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BJ08 XCG

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,009 mi
Last recorded81,009 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XCG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 81,009 miles

Front Exhaust Flexible Section is Deteriorated

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 80,984 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI SECTION BLOWING (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 80,984 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI SECTION BLOWING (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SPLITTING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2024 80,962 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread Grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread Grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement In Upper Ball Joint - Lower Gaiter Slightly Detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread Grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread Grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 78,095 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 78,095 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2022 72,418 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 72,038 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 67,575 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 63,813 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 58,256 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 52,114 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 47,466 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 39,170 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 30,535 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 20,091 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 20,091 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,900 miles

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 XCG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ08 XCG, 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 BJ08 XCG registered?

BJ08 XCG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BJ08 XCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 XCG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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