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LM08 OYF

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,471 mi
Last recorded138,471 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OYF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 138,471 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 133,875 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 128,590 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 123,622 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 116,208 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 116,205 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively 2 x rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 107,448 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 103,647 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 98,048 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 93,730 miles

nearside front tyre cuts in outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre starting to wear close to tread wear bars

offside front tyre starting to wear close to tread wear bars

Pass 24 Apr 2017 88,514 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 82,957 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 76,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Apr 2015 76,973 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2014 71,291 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 57,013 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 42,507 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres badly perished

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 29 Mar 2011 27,419 miles

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 OYF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OYF, 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 OYF registered?

LM08 OYF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is LM08 OYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 OYF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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