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SL08 VMF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

147,211 mi
Last recorded147,211 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 147,211 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 137,029 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 137,026 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 124,248 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 110,047 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 93,035 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 92,659 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 74,637 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 59,041 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 45,180 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 32,515 miles

Nail in tread of nearside rear tyre, no evidence of any pressure loss.

Slight imbalance and runout at front brakes.

Very slight play in both front drop links.

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 VMF 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 VMF, 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 VMF registered?

SL08 VMF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SL08 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 VMF 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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