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SE08 FCF

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

107,549 mi
Last recorded107,549 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 FCF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 107,549 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 100,428 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres starting to perrish

Fail 9 Jun 2016 100,242 miles

Emissions not tested very high output of black smoke un testable (7.4.B.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres starting to perrish

Pass 2 Jun 2015 90,664 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 83,220 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2013 65,847 miles

n/s/r tyre 2mm / under trays fitted

Fail 28 May 2013 65,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

O/S/F & N/S/R TYRES 2MM /UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 18 May 2012 48,820 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 48,816 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 36,268 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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SE08 FCF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SE08 FCF, 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 SE08 FCF registered?

SE08 FCF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is SE08 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE08 FCF shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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