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OE08 GWW

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

198,000 mi
Last recorded198,000 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 GWW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 198,000 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt fitted at nearside rear & offside rear ()

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. efficiency at 16 % (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage engine cover needs to be removed for a full check (2.1.5 (a))

nearside front seat belt & offside front seat belt both slow to retract

Pass 14 Mar 2020 183,372 miles

FRONT FOG LAMPS N/W

LOW HORN POOR OPERATION

N/S/ REAR PARKING BRAKE LEVER NOT FULLY RELEASING

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage O/S RACK AREA (2.1.5 (a))

WATER IN FUEL LIGHT ON DASH >> SERVICE REQ'D

Fail 10 Mar 2020 183,303 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking FUEL FILTER AREA (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp not working BOTH FRONT (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick FRONT (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

FRONT FOG LAMPS N/W

LOW HORN POOR OPERATION

N/S/ REAR PARKING BRAKE LEVER NOT FULLY RELEASING

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage O/S RACK AREA (2.1.5 (a))

WATER IN FUEL LIGHT ON DASH >> SERVICE REQ'D

Pass 1 Mar 2019 164,117 miles

Front fog and headlamp flashing SERIOUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 164,117 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front fog and headlamp flashing SERIOUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 151,872 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 134,268 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 112,684 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 101,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f headlight flickering occasionally

Fail 12 Dec 2014 101,029 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f headlight flickering occasionally

Pass 2 Jan 2014 97,816 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 93,999 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 13 May 2011 67,684 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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OE08 GWW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OE08 GWW, 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 OE08 GWW registered?

OE08 GWW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is OE08 GWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 GWW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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