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LR08 JWX

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,622 mi
Last recorded135,622 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 JWX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 135,622 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 117,949 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 114,535 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 111,104 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 107,860 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 101,523 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 101,523 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 93,377 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 89,912 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 88,233 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 75,719 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 61,419 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 55,071 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 55,061 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,706 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 37,032 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 26,631 miles

Advise:n/s/r tyre 2mm tread

Advise:o/s/r tyre 3mm tread

Pass 8 Jun 2011 19,068 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 JWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 JWX, 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 JWX registered?

LR08 JWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LR08 JWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 JWX shows 18 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.

Does LR08 JWX have outstanding finance?

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