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J8 GMH

2000 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,736 mi
Last recorded54,736 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 GMH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 54,736 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 May 2025 54,649 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 54,529 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 May 2023 54,129 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 53,805 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 70,783 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 53,770 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 53,750 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 53,501 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 53,339 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 53,138 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 52,774 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 52,427 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 51,834 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 50,870 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 50,070 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2010 47,479 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 46,324 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 45,730 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 42,804 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 40,317 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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J8 GMH is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 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 J8 GMH, 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 26 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 GMH registered?

J8 GMH is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is J8 GMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 GMH shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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