MOT Status
ValidMileage
141,453 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s - both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear coil spring appears to be weak, coils almost touching each other
brake servo vacuum pipe cracking on servo end
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))
Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s - both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear coil spring appears to be weak, coils almost touching each other
brake servo vacuum pipe cracking on servo end
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorber is corroded but not to excess
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Shock absorber is corroded but not to excess
Nearside Rear Tyres badly perished 2254517
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front link arm perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring the view of some components
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
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AE08 UGC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 AE08 UGC, 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 AE08 UGC registered?
AE08 UGC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 March 2008.
Is AE08 UGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for AE08 UGC shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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