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GJ08 DXU

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,451 mi
Last recorded65,451 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 DXU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 65,451 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 63,371 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 60,917 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 60,850 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides, corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides, corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 60,672 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 57,069 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 52,024 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 25 Jun 2019 43,226 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 38,097 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 34,275 miles

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

emissions to clean to perform smoke test

Pass 9 Jun 2016 31,053 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 27,465 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 24,997 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,489 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 20,495 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 15,507 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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GJ08 DXU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ08 DXU, 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 GJ08 DXU registered?

GJ08 DXU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is GJ08 DXU safe to buy?

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