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MX08 ZGT

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,447 mi
Last recorded137,447 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 ZGT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 137,447 miles

engine management light on

front antiroll bar link rubbers in poor condition

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

rear tyres wearing on edges

slight play nearside front antiroll bar link

Fail 9 Jul 2015 137,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine management light on

front antiroll bar link rubbers in poor condition

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

rear tyres wearing on edges

slight play nearside front antiroll bar link

Pass 4 Jul 2014 122,130 miles

front brake discs starting to corrode and wearing thin

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 27 Jun 2014 131,993 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs starting to corrode and wearing thin

front tyres wearing on edges

play in front antiroll bar links

Pass 25 Jun 2013 108,987 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 108,983 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 94,232 miles

Rear brake discs rusty

Pass 4 Jul 2011 68,672 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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MX08 ZGT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 MX08 ZGT, 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 MX08 ZGT registered?

MX08 ZGT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is MX08 ZGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX08 ZGT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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