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SC57 LWG

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,090 mi
Last recorded95,090 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC57 LWG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 95,090 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2018 95,090 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 92,644 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tread worn to limit outwith 3/4 tyre tread width.

Fail 6 Apr 2017 92,636 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Power steering component(s) leaking Rack pinion. (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Inner Tread worn to limit outwith 3/4 tyre tread width.

Pass 9 Mar 2016 88,253 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 88,250 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 82,204 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,667 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 70,411 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 70,411 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 63,065 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 53,752 miles

Nearside 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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SC57 LWG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SC57 LWG, 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 SC57 LWG registered?

SC57 LWG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is SC57 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC57 LWG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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