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LM57 ADO

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,974 mi
Last recorded79,974 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 ADO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 79,974 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 77,916 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 77,916 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 69,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 60,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Screw in nearside rear tyre as marked.

Pass 17 Jan 2013 51,268 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 41,568 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 31,343 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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LM57 ADO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LM57 ADO, 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.

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How do I check the history of LM57 ADO?

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What year was LM57 ADO registered?

LM57 ADO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is LM57 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 ADO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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