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EX08 GVN

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

77,055 mi
Last recorded77,055 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 GVN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 77,055 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 77,053 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2025 70,560 miles

Nearside Front undertray insecure and damaged

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 62,631 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 62,619 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 55,705 miles

Both side mirrors deteriorated.

Nearside Front brake judder

Rear discs pitted/corroded.

Fail 13 Mar 2023 55,702 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both lamps require polish. (4.1.2 (c))

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

Both side mirrors deteriorated.

Nearside Front brake judder

Rear discs pitted/corroded.

Pass 3 Mar 2022 51,575 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 51,575 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH LAMPS REQUIRE POLISHING (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 48,340 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 46,880 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 44,122 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 39,713 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 36,500 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 32,836 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 32,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 29,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

engine slight oil leaks

near side rear tyre slightly out of shape inner edge

Pass 27 Mar 2014 26,808 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,252 miles

offside rear brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 26 Mar 2012 18,453 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear low on tread

Pass 11 Apr 2011 14,544 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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EX08 GVN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EX08 GVN, 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 EX08 GVN?

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What year was EX08 GVN registered?

EX08 GVN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is EX08 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 GVN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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