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LR08 BJY

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,174 mi
Last recorded86,174 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 BJY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2015 86,174 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front steering gaiter twisted but still secure

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

child seat fitted not allowing a full inspection of an adult belt

nearside rear bumper damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2014 77,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2013 69,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2012 63,536 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 8 Mar 2012 56,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 43,313 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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LR08 BJY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LR08 BJY, 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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What year was LR08 BJY registered?

LR08 BJY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is LR08 BJY safe to buy?

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