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BJ08 UAL

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,133 mi
Last recorded146,133 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 UAL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 146,133 miles

Ehxaust system starting to deteriorate.

Pass 18 Mar 2024 140,425 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 136,937 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 126,044 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 118,718 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 113,067 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 104,241 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 100,279 miles

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

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 17 Mar 2017 97,067 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge + cracking (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 89,709 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 83,443 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 83,431 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 76,575 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013
Fail 22 Apr 2013 68,889 miles

Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2012 61,299 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 May 2012 61,299 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 45,758 miles

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

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

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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BJ08 UAL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BJ08 UAL, 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

How do I check the history of BJ08 UAL?

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What year was BJ08 UAL registered?

BJ08 UAL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BJ08 UAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 UAL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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