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NNZ 3986

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto

Beige Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

194,446 mi
Last recorded194,446 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto84,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNNZ 3986
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 194,446 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 194,404 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 187,366 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 180,493 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 180,339 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 159,257 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 151,789 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 142,655 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 142,295 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto?

Based on 2,900 MOT tests across 260 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
7,671
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 67
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 24
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NNZ 3986 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto in Beige with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 84,026 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 Vector Sport Tid Auto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NNZ 3986, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NNZ 3986 registered?

NNZ 3986 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is NNZ 3986 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NNZ 3986 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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