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ML08 MPV

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,523 mi
Last recorded148,523 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 MPV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 148,523 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 138,568 miles

nsf tyre sidewall has cuts, not down to cords

nsr tyre punctured

Fail 26 Apr 2013 138,568 miles

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

nsf tyre sidewall has cuts, not down to cords

nsr tyre punctured

Pass 27 Apr 2012 131,725 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 116,406 miles

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.

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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ML08 MPV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ML08 MPV, 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 ML08 MPV registered?

ML08 MPV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is ML08 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 MPV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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