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LR08 JVH

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,743 mi
Last recorded135,743 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 JVH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 135,743 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 99,876 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 80,850 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 80,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 67,004 miles

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 1.86mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.70mm

(7.4B.2) in conjunction with Special Notice (04 - 2008) revoked,the smoke opacity limit has been considered to have been met although no printout was able to be printed.

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 23 Jul 2012 51,229 miles

(3.5.1g)The nearside rear brake pads are wearing thin

Low Emission Diesel Engine SN(04 - 2008) The vehicle registered when having the smoke emissions completed failed to trigger a reading therefore no printout is available for examination.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition and should be given attention.

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 23 Jul 2012 51,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

(3.5.1g)The nearside rear brake pads are wearing thin

Low Emission Diesel Engine SN(04 - 2008) The vehicle registered when having the smoke emissions completed failed to trigger a reading therefore no printout is available for examination.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition and should be given attention.

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 26 Jul 2011 36,242 miles

(2d)Items of luggage left within the boot must be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a mot testing station

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre sectional widtrh has worn down to 1.71mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre sectional widtrh has worn down to 2.0mm

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers, which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

With reference to special notice (4 - 2008)this vehicle did not produce any emissions which could be measured by the approved equipment.

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 JVH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LR08 JVH, 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 JVH registered?

LR08 JVH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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