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FJ08 WTX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

228,816 mi
Last recorded228,816 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 WTX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 228,816 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2025 228,772 miles

Offside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 226,983 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 224,059 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 215,674 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 209,730 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 205,144 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 193,797 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 193,719 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 184,776 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 184,776 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 158,236 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 116,219 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 74,165 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2014 43,604 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2013 29,443 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 23,521 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 18,652 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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FJ08 WTX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FJ08 WTX, 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 FJ08 WTX registered?

FJ08 WTX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is FJ08 WTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 WTX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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