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LM08 OXZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

163,157 mi
Last recorded163,157 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OXZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 163,157 miles

Nail in O/S front tyre

oil leak but not excessive

under tray fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2019 159,659 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 159,659 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 151,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 138,729 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 126,261 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 114,190 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 99,534 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 82,950 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 67,022 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 48,605 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 48,605 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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LM08 OXZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 87,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM08 OXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM08 OXZ registered?

LM08 OXZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for LM08 OXZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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