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MA08 EZK

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

168,524 mi
Last recorded168,524 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 EZK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 168,524 miles

engine oil leaks

Fail 15 Apr 2015 168,524 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

engine oil leaks

slight play in the nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 25 Apr 2014 145,417 miles

front brake pads low

rear brake pads low

Fail 24 Apr 2014 145,351 miles

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

front brake pads low

rear brake pads low

Pass 24 Apr 2013 127,000 miles

engine oil leaks

induction pipe split but has been repaired

the nearside front tyre is worn to the limiters

the offside front spot light glass missing

the offside front tyre is worn to the limiters

Pass 16 Apr 2012 109,296 miles

engine oil leak

traces of a slight exhaust leak around the front flex

Fail 12 Apr 2012 109,083 miles

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

engine oil leak

the offside front tyre is worn to the limiters in the centre of the tread

traces of a slight exhaust leak around the front flex

Pass 15 Apr 2011 87,981 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 87,415 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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MA08 EZK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 MA08 EZK, 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 MA08 EZK registered?

MA08 EZK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is MA08 EZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 EZK shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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