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LR08 BKX

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

192,137 mi
Last recorded192,137 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 BKX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 192,137 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 192,137 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 180,241 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 180,218 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 171,773 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 164,585 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 164,585 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 153,985 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 153,985 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2017 141,150 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 130,844 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 123,457 miles

both front tyres worn low on tread , close to tread wear bars

Fail 5 Apr 2016 123,445 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres worn low on tread , close to tread wear bars

offside front wiper blade perishing

Pass 27 Mar 2015 106,323 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 89,942 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

metal object stuck in osr tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2013 71,232 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,600 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,743 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 BKX 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 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BKX, 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

How do I check the history of LR08 BKX?

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What year was LR08 BKX registered?

LR08 BKX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LR08 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 BKX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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