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SG08 LZH

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,753 mi
Last recorded111,753 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 LZH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 111,753 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 111,665 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 97,902 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 85,964 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 78,051 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 70,016 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 61,091 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 54,252 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 43,541 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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SG08 LZH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel 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 SG08 LZH, 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

How do I check the history of SG08 LZH?

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What year was SG08 LZH registered?

SG08 LZH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is SG08 LZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG08 LZH 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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