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GV08 ZGY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

185,562 mi
Last recorded185,562 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 ZGY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 185,562 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 178,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer tread band wearing thin. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and Outer tread bands wearing thin. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 178,060 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported Fog lamp / washer pump low unsupported and hanging. Secured and made safe. (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer tread band wearing thin. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and Outer tread bands wearing thin. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 174,003 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 165,133 miles

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 7 May 2014 141,533 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 127,382 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 127,382 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 95,135 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Pass 24 May 2011 75,373 miles

some abnormal premature tyre wear showing on both rear tyre edges

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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GV08 ZGY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV08 ZGY, 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 GV08 ZGY registered?

GV08 ZGY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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