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MF08 GXX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,973 mi
Last recorded116,973 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 GXX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 116,973 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 109,266 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 98,059 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 91,609 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 91,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 83,421 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 72,308 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 62,846 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 62,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 53,345 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 50,849 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 39,693 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 39,693 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 27,989 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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MF08 GXX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 MF08 GXX, 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 MF08 GXX registered?

MF08 GXX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is MF08 GXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 GXX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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