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SL08 VME

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,772 mi
Last recorded121,772 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 VME
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 121,772 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hub mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Almost worn to ply on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 108,032 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 103,187 miles

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

engine management light indicating a fault

Fail 7 Jun 2017 103,187 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

engine management light indicating a fault

Pass 15 Jun 2016 93,847 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 85,517 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit and uneaven on inner edges

play in nsf drop link

rear heat sheild insecure

Fail 2 Jul 2015 85,517 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit and uneaven on inner edges

play in nsf drop link

rear heat sheild insecure

Pass 21 Aug 2014 76,077 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 67,954 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 49,798 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 30,035 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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SL08 VME is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SL08 VME, 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 SL08 VME registered?

SL08 VME is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is SL08 VME safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 VME shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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