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LR08 JVF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,561 mi
Last recorded126,561 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 126,561 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 115,415 miles

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

Fail 18 Apr 2017 115,415 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

Pass 19 Apr 2016 100,726 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 89,279 miles

covers fitted to both outer sills inspection restricted

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 77,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

covers fitted to both outer sills inspection restricted

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 68,967 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 59,967 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 45,638 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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LR08 JVF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JVF, 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 LR08 JVF registered?

LR08 JVF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is LR08 JVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 JVF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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