MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,795 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
front wipers perished
nearside and offside front coil springs slightly corroded
offside front tyre wearing low on inner and outer edges 2/1.6mm (step tyre)
rear brake discs worn and corroded and pads getting low
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)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.
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MK08 XLJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 MK08 XLJ, 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 MK08 XLJ?
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What year was MK08 XLJ registered?
MK08 XLJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.
Is MK08 XLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for MK08 XLJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MK08 XLJ have outstanding finance?
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