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EV53 JER

2008 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,237 mi
Last recorded76,237 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV53 JER
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 76,237 miles

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

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

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

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

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

front radiator mountings corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2025 74,689 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Sep 2024 72,788 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 70,716 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 68,712 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 67,428 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 66,524 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge, close to showing cords

Pass 6 Aug 2019 64,627 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 59,040 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 59,036 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2017 49,990 miles

Both rear tyres worn unevenly and perished

Pass 4 May 2016 47,385 miles

Both rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 7 May 2015 44,948 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 42,068 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,494 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

offside headlamp slightly dim

Pass 1 May 2012 36,891 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 33,095 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2011 33,095 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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EV53 JER is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,998cc 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 EV53 JER, 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 EV53 JER registered?

EV53 JER is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is EV53 JER safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV53 JER 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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