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MF08 GYD

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,416 mi
Last recorded42,416 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 GYD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 42,416 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 39,253 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 39,251 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit right at limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 35,368 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 30,221 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,386 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 16,528 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 12,240 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 GYD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GYD, 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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How do I check the history of MF08 GYD?

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What year was MF08 GYD registered?

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

Is MF08 GYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 GYD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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