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FL08 JXN

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,539 mi
Last recorded89,539 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 JXN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 89,539 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 87,204 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

fuel filter slight misted

Pass 25 Sep 2020 80,965 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))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 80,690 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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 2 Apr 2019 75,549 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 69,246 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 69,246 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 61,909 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 61,906 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter area (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 59,406 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 59,404 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 55,907 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 55,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 51,395 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 51,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 45,857 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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FL08 JXN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL08 JXN, 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 FL08 JXN registered?

FL08 JXN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is FL08 JXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 JXN shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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