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MA08 FAM

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

150,461 mi
Last recorded150,461 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 FAM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 150,461 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 144,933 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 139,639 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 134,981 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 125,422 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 122,381 miles

Both rear tyres have age related cracking

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

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

Pass 15 May 2015 122,256 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres in apoor condition

Pass 7 Apr 2014 118,499 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 118,419 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 95,958 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 73,035 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2012 72,470 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 51,081 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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MA08 FAM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 MA08 FAM, 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 FAM registered?

MA08 FAM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MA08 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 FAM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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