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LV08 ARZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

236,468 mi
Last recorded236,468 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 ARZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2023 236,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 223,883 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 208,862 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low and also damage to outer sidewall

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 188,846 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 168,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

hand brake lever slightly high

Pass 7 Mar 2018 146,384 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 134,241 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 127,943 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 122,277 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 113,314 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 104,526 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 95,050 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 83,350 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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LV08 ARZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 LV08 ARZ, 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 LV08 ARZ registered?

LV08 ARZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is LV08 ARZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 ARZ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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