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FY08 GCX

2008 Saab 9-3

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

215,504 mi
Last recorded215,504 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 GCX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 215,504 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 207,000 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 207,000 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 202,403 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 191,701 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 191,554 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 181,041 miles

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

exhaust corroding

Pass 27 Jan 2021 174,731 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 169,131 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 155,328 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 155,328 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced and outer (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced and outer (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 140,660 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 128,811 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both very near limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 3 Feb 2016 114,589 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 102,214 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 73,621 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 55,759 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 40,503 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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FY08 GCX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,910cc diesel 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 FY08 GCX, 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 FY08 GCX registered?

FY08 GCX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is FY08 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 GCX 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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