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ML08 MVZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

148,799 mi
Last recorded148,799 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 MVZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 148,799 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 129,703 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 14 Aug 2017 117,419 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2017 115,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 105,779 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 90,160 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 90,155 miles

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

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

slight damage to nearside front roadwheel and tyre inner edge.

Pass 8 May 2014 74,107 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 21 May 2013 57,237 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 39,741 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 22,981 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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ML08 MVZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ML08 MVZ, 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 MVZ registered?

ML08 MVZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is ML08 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 MVZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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