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NU08 XJL

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

134,468 mi
Last recorded134,468 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 XJL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2024 134,468 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted to nearside front (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 123,837 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 123,836 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2022 116,428 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 106,976 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 94,905 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 85,221 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 77,435 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 77,414 miles

Fuel system component leaking near filter (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 67,063 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 64,799 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 64,002 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside wiper blade wearing.

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 60,869 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside wiper blade wearing.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 60,869 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside wiper blade wearing.

Pass 11 Apr 2013 53,612 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 46,943 miles

only one horn working

Fail 6 Jul 2011 39,953 miles

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

only one horn working

Pass 6 Jul 2011 39,953 miles

only one horn working

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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NU08 XJL 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 72.2%.

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 NU08 XJL, 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 NU08 XJL registered?

NU08 XJL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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