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Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly. (3.4 (b) (i))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of rear floor around suspension component fixings. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Nail in tyre Screw in tread. ()
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror glass discoloured. ()
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill has slight corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive From rear of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly. (3.4 (b) (i))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of rear floor around suspension component fixings. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Nail in tyre Screw in tread. ()
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill has slight corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive From rear of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front BRAKE DISC HEAT DAMAGED
Offside Front BRAKE PADS HEAT DAMAGED
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Fuel system component leaking FUEL FILTER (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured pale (4.4.3 (a))
both rear brake flexi ferrules rusty
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearly white (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured pale (4.4.3 (a))
both rear brake flexi ferrules rusty
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
winter tyres fitted to the front
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
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AF08 RCY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 AF08 RCY, 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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AF08 RCY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 March 2008.
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