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OE08 AVC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,200 mi
Last recorded154,200 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 AVC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 154,200 miles

Damage to nearside rear quarter panel

Pass 25 Apr 2015 149,164 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Undertrays damaged

Pass 17 Apr 2014 138,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

nearside rear child seat fitted restricting inspection of seat belt

nearside rear suspension shock absorber damp slightly worn

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

spare wheel/tyre different size

Pass 30 Apr 2013 115,726 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 93,205 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 71,011 miles

Front brake discs worn

Fail 13 May 2011 71,011 miles

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

Front brake discs worn

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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OE08 AVC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OE08 AVC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE08 AVC registered?

OE08 AVC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is OE08 AVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 AVC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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