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LJZ 8612

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,620 mi
Last recorded153,620 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJZ 8612
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 31 May 2025 153,620 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 131,338 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 121,565 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 112,957 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 93,344 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 81,762 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 65,271 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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LJZ 8612 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJZ 8612, 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 LJZ 8612 registered?

LJZ 8612 is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is LJZ 8612 safe to buy?

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