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DG08 WZJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,446 mi
Last recorded139,446 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 WZJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 139,446 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front and Rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Front and Rear. Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

General corrosion on under-body, sub-frame and suspension components

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 139,472 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 139,472 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 134,105 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 4 Apr 2019 124,631 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 117,376 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 117,374 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2017 107,586 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 95,676 miles

Nearside Rear one side light bulb turning white

Pass 27 Jul 2015 79,396 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 62,814 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 62,816 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre has flat spots

offside rear tyre is cracking up

Pass 7 Aug 2013 49,679 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,094 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 27,837 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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DG08 WZJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG08 WZJ, 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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What year was DG08 WZJ registered?

DG08 WZJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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