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MA08 FBC

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

159,210 mi
Last recorded159,210 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 FBC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 159,210 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Fail 6 Jun 2024 139,209 miles

Fuel system component leaking ijector leak off pipe cracked and heavily leaking fuel (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2023 128,783 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 128,727 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 119,416 miles

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

Front subrame corroded unable to fully inspect dued to covers

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower arm outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2021 119,416 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Front subrame corroded unable to fully inspect dued to covers

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower arm outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 116,225 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Fail 10 Jul 2018 116,209 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2017 112,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (7.1.2)

No measurable level of smoke emitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

all tyres in very poor condition,sidewalls perished and cracked,possibly due to the fact they have been run underinflated

all tyres inflated before Mot test was carried out

significant wear to rear brake pads,advise replacement

Pass 25 Jul 2016 108,283 miles

boot area is part of the Mot test,please ensure it is empty for future tests

significant wear to rear brake pads

Pass 8 Jul 2015 101,289 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 101,270 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 94,406 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 Jun 2013 82,850 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2012 75,836 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 62,115 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 FBC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FBC, 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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MA08 FBC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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