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CJ04 ERO

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

142,239 mi
Last recorded142,239 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ04 ERO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 142,239 miles

coolant level light on dash,bottle on max

Pass 4 Mar 2025 131,699 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 114,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 98,674 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 91,097 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 81,810 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 74,471 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Mar 2019 70,551 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Feb 2018 64,846 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Feb 2017 57,089 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 50,847 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 50,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 46,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 40,387 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 36,644 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 36,644 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 29,409 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 22,878 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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CJ04 ERO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CJ04 ERO, 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 CJ04 ERO registered?

CJ04 ERO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is CJ04 ERO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJ04 ERO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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