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OE57 HMV

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

127,766 mi
Last recorded127,766 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 HMV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 127,766 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 119,257 miles

E.M.L light on

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under covers fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2016 118,938 miles

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

E.M.L light on

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2015 115,281 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 115,281 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 99,806 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 99,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

fuel leak at nsr around fuel tank/fuel filter.

Pass 16 Jul 2013 82,562 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 65,262 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Aug 2012 65,262 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2011 45,066 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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OE57 HMV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OE57 HMV, 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 OE57 HMV registered?

OE57 HMV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is OE57 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE57 HMV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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