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PL08 FEJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,276 mi
Last recorded97,276 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 FEJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 97,276 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2017 89,877 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 83,498 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 72,339 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 72,284 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 59,724 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 47,809 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 41,293 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,848 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 FEJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FEJ, 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 PL08 FEJ registered?

PL08 FEJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is PL08 FEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 FEJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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