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GJ58 MZF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

191,363 mi
Last recorded191,363 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 MZF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 191,363 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 165,389 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 140,183 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 140,180 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 133,178 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 133,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2017 119,630 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 29 Feb 2016 77,413 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 77,210 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 76,709 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 70,112 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 65,702 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 55,269 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 41,758 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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GJ58 MZF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GJ58 MZF, 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 MZF registered?

GJ58 MZF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 September 2008.

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