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AK08 DWN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

110,743 mi
Last recorded110,743 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 DWN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 110,743 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 110,266 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 106,545 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 97,975 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 90,556 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 90,556 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 80,596 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 69,065 miles

nearside rear tyre inner edge worn low and offshape

offside front outer brake pad wearing low and front discs worn

Fail 23 Jun 2014 69,065 miles

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

nearside rear tyre inner edge worn low and offshape

offside front outer brake pad wearing low and front discs worn

Fail 30 May 2013 53,738 miles

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

both front tyre treads thinning

nearside rear tyre wearing thin

Pass 30 May 2013 53,738 miles

both front tyre treads thinning

nearside rear tyre wearing thin

Pass 29 May 2012 40,167 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 30,383 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 30,383 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AK08 DWN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 AK08 DWN, 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

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What year was AK08 DWN registered?

AK08 DWN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is AK08 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 DWN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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