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MF08 UJN

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

190,529 mi
Last recorded190,529 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 UJN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2019 190,529 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass deteriorated ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 190,476 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass deteriorated ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 179,744 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 170,646 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 158,110 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 158,110 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 137,587 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2016 137,587 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 112,040 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 90,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2013 66,036 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 28,567 miles

marks in windscreen

Fail 29 Mar 2011 28,564 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

marks in windscreen

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 UJN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MF08 UJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF08 UJN registered?

MF08 UJN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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