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LR08 JUX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

129,720 mi
Last recorded129,720 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 JUX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 129,720 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 125,127 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 122,826 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 116,386 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s/r and o/s/r (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 108,284 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 105,065 miles

advise n/s mirror darkened

advise n/s/f tyre /condition

Pass 30 Sep 2019 101,792 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 96,718 miles

exhaust shield slightly insecure

Fail 27 Sep 2018 96,718 miles

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

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

exhaust shield slightly insecure

Pass 9 Oct 2017 92,523 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 90,116 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 86,018 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 86,018 miles

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 75,326 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 65,244 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 58,520 miles

emissions too low to read

Fail 1 Oct 2012 58,520 miles

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

emissions too low to read

offside rear tyre cracking

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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LR08 JUX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LR08 JUX, 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 LR08 JUX registered?

LR08 JUX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is LR08 JUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 JUX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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