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J30 HWC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,203 mi
Last recorded135,203 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ30 HWC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 135,203 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides rear ()

Pass 8 Oct 2024 118,035 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 116,036 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 114,408 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 114,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 100,805 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 93,147 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 75,359 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 75,359 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 70,896 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 69,131 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 69,131 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 59,426 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 59,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 51,139 miles

Emissions to low for smokemeter to read unable to get printout

Sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2014 43,712 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 43,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 34,106 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 30,268 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 25,049 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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J30 HWC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J30 HWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J30 HWC registered?

J30 HWC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is J30 HWC safe to buy?

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