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NA08 VDJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

126,343 mi
Last recorded126,343 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA08 VDJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2024 126,343 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 118,001 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 113,853 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 113,853 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 110,991 miles

Front tyres worn on outside edges

Rear tyres worn inside edges

Pass 19 Mar 2020 106,724 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 100,642 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 100,642 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 95,013 miles

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

Rear tyres worn on edges

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 89,136 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 83,868 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 78,436 miles

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

emissions to low to register on analyser

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 19 Mar 2015 78,436 miles

emissions to low to register on analyser

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 7 Mar 2014 72,203 miles

emissions to low to register on analyser

offside rear brake disc deteriorating

offside rear seatbelt not checked because of fitted child seat

Pass 15 Mar 2013 66,580 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2012 61,223 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 54,452 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 54,452 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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NA08 VDJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NA08 VDJ, 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 NA08 VDJ registered?

NA08 VDJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is NA08 VDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA08 VDJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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