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HJ08 UUD

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

87,736 mi
Last recorded87,736 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 UUD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 87,736 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 83,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 76,245 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 71,897 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 59,737 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 55,211 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 52,011 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 48,126 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 42,452 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 37,926 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 32,479 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 30,065 miles

n/s wiper blade in poor condition

Pass 25 Mar 2014 26,744 miles

nearside wiperblade starting to split

Fail 25 Mar 2014 26,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

nearside wiperblade starting to split

offside rear tyre perishing between treads

Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,682 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 19,204 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 15,152 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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HJ08 UUD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver 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 HJ08 UUD, 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 HJ08 UUD registered?

HJ08 UUD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is HJ08 UUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 UUD 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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