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GL03 GSL

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

186,605 mi
Last recorded186,605 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 GSL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 186,605 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 169,566 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 169,566 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 151,033 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 134,346 miles

number plate light out

power steering rack is weeping

trailing arm bushes soft

Pass 16 May 2022 122,046 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 115,049 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 101,196 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 94,926 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 86,682 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 77,710 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 69,709 miles

front tyres are getting low

Pass 19 May 2015 64,628 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 59,102 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 53,473 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 46,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2011 37,940 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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GL03 GSL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GL03 GSL, 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 GL03 GSL registered?

GL03 GSL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GL03 GSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 GSL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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