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G7 RSJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,257 mi
Last recorded47,257 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG7 RSJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 47,257 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 46,709 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 46,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2022 46,692 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 46,109 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 45,180 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 45,180 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 44,470 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 44,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and sidewall perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 42,606 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 42,606 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 40,389 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 35,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,635 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,707 miles

man light on

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

r/pads soon

Pass 15 Mar 2011 20,318 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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G7 RSJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G7 RSJ, 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 G7 RSJ registered?

G7 RSJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is G7 RSJ safe to buy?

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