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HG08 JSY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,292 mi
Last recorded48,292 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 JSY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 48,292 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 48,279 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 44,011 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))

bonnet secondary catch defective

Fail 12 Jun 2019 44,011 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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))

bonnet secondary catch defective

Pass 25 May 2018 43,225 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 40,660 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 40,654 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 May 2016 37,206 miles

exhaust mounting deteriorated

offside rear inner CV boot deteriorated

Pass 30 Jun 2015 34,418 miles

exhaust mounting deteriorated

Fail 12 Jun 2015 34,412 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 32,023 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 28,692 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 28,692 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 23,503 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 May 2011 17,180 miles

both front tyres worn on edges (raised tread)

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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HG08 JSY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HG08 JSY, 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 HG08 JSY registered?

HG08 JSY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is HG08 JSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 JSY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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