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GJ08 HFP

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,706 mi
Last recorded138,706 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 HFP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 138,706 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 114,914 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 100,426 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 96,373 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 96,373 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 94,012 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2017 94,008 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 87,266 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 87,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 80,050 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 73,237 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 59,014 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 49,869 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 36,455 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 HFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HFP, 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 GJ08 HFP registered?

GJ08 HFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is GJ08 HFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 HFP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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