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LR08 BKY

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,457 mi
Last recorded156,457 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 BKY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 156,457 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 150,561 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 145,004 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 138,944 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 138,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 135,988 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 133,985 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 128,574 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 124,652 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 121,282 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 110,184 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 97,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Mar 2011 96,844 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 BKY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LR08 BKY, 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 LR08 BKY registered?

LR08 BKY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is LR08 BKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 BKY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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