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MT08 JRO

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

163,485 mi
Last recorded163,485 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 JRO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 163,485 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2021 163,485 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 152,759 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 152,759 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 145,677 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 135,891 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 124,628 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 115,073 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 102,162 miles

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

both rear tyres on tread limit

Pass 9 May 2012 87,099 miles

offside front tyre on tread limit

Pass 5 May 2011 64,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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MT08 JRO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MT08 JRO, 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 MT08 JRO registered?

MT08 JRO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is MT08 JRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 JRO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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