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GJ58 FFD

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,714 mi
Last recorded158,714 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 FFD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 158,714 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 141,919 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 141,810 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 124,658 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 3 Aug 2016 124,658 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Aug 2016 124,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Oil leak ()

both rear discs slight lip

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2015 106,389 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 87,310 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 78,712 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 78,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 59,850 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 41,534 miles

O/S/R TYRE 2MM

WINDSCREEN HAS A STONE CHIP LESS THAN 40MM IN ZONE B

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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GJ58 FFD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GJ58 FFD, 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 GJ58 FFD registered?

GJ58 FFD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is GJ58 FFD safe to buy?

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