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PX08 XNW

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,113 mi
Last recorded80,113 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 XNW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 80,113 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in treads

both front tyres cracking in treads

corrosion on both front shocker casings

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 May 2021 76,576 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in treads

both front tyres cracking in treads

corrosion on both sides rear radius arm brackets

sill covers and under tray fitted

Fail 10 May 2021 76,478 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn and boot split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in treads

both front tyres cracking in treads

corrosion on both sides rear radius arm brackets

sill covers and under tray fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2020 74,229 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in treads

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

sill covers and under trays fitted

slight corrosion and wear on rear brake discs

Pass 31 May 2019 69,323 miles

Offside Rear brake rubbing slightly

Fail 31 May 2019 69,323 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insicure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside reverse light not working

Offside Rear brake rubbing slightly

Pass 25 May 2018 62,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 56,363 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking in treads (4.1.E.1)

sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2016 49,345 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 49,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 42,248 miles

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

both rear tyres worn near wear bands and cracking in treads

Pass 28 May 2014 35,222 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 28,276 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 20,978 miles

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

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 May 2011 15,167 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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PX08 XNW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PX08 XNW, 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 PX08 XNW registered?

PX08 XNW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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