CarVerify

Free Car Check

G3 SOJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,201 mi
Last recorded154,201 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 SOJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021 154,201 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 131,891 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 131,891 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2019 113,107 miles

slight play in both front drop links

slight steering rack leak

Pass 3 Nov 2018 98,937 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 225/45R 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Link rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 225/45R 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 98,935 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 225/45R 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Link rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 225/45R 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield corroded/adrift

Pass 7 Oct 2017 95,134 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 83,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 73,547 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 65,318 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 57,077 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 57,077 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 48,949 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 39,546 miles

both rear tyres perished.

Pass 10 Feb 2011 31,766 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 31,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G3 SOJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G3 SOJ, 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 G3 SOJ?

You can check the full history of G3 SOJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G3 SOJ registered?

G3 SOJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is G3 SOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 SOJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G3 SOJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G3 SOJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.