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NX08 VJL

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

165,497 mi
Last recorded165,497 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX08 VJL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 165,497 miles

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)

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front shock absorbers

engine cover fitted

exhaust heat shield is insecure

noise from n/s/r brake

undertray fitted

Fail 14 Dec 2017 165,497 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front shock absorbers

engine cover fitted

exhaust heat shield is insecure

noise from n/s/r brake

undertray fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2016 157,064 miles

crack in windscreen

signs of exhaust flexi starting to blow

Fail 7 Dec 2016 156,736 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

crack in windscreen

oil on engine

signs of exhaust flexi starting to blow

Pass 30 Dec 2015 144,410 miles

child seat fitted

front n/plate insecure

n/s/f tyre worn to limit

o/s/f tyre worn close to limit

rear brake discs scored and corroded

rear tyres worn on edges and stepping in tred

slight bind on o/s/r brake

stone chip in screen

Fail 30 Dec 2015 144,379 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

child seat fitted

front n/plate insecure

n/s/f tyre worn to limit

o/s/f tyre worn close to limit

rear brake discs scored and corroded

rear tyres worn on edges and stepping in tred

slight bind on o/s/r brake

stone chip in screen

Pass 19 Dec 2014 132,496 miles

child seat fitted on off side rear seat

front and rear brake discs corroded on inner face

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 3 Jan 2014 122,104 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 122,103 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 96,952 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 81,058 miles

both front tyres between 1.6-2mm

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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NX08 VJL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NX08 VJL, 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 NX08 VJL registered?

NX08 VJL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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