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PL08 FEF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,699 mi
Last recorded132,699 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 FEF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 132,699 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 129,273 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 125,711 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 123,710 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 117,335 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 108,944 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 108,764 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 100,433 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 93,144 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 82,458 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 71,549 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 17 Jul 2012 60,766 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 46,887 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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PL08 FEF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PL08 FEF, 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 PL08 FEF registered?

PL08 FEF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is PL08 FEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 FEF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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