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LR08 FWX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,848 mi
Last recorded89,848 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 FWX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 89,848 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 89,251 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 89,251 miles

Fuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 79,969 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Feb 2019 79,946 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2018 67,006 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 2 Mar 2018 67,006 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 49,193 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 49,185 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 42,222 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2015 33,956 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2014 27,233 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 23,514 miles

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

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)

nearside rear tyre approaching tread wear markers

Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

plastic covers fitted to both sides outer sills restricting inspection

Pass 4 Jul 2011 12,966 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 FWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FWX, 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 FWX registered?

LR08 FWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is LR08 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 FWX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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