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OV08 JWM

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

172,906 mi
Last recorded172,906 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 JWM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 172,906 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 171,253 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 164,471 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 154,473 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 145,064 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 135,968 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 127,154 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 122,699 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 112,985 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 104,565 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 96,561 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 59,694 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 59,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r tyre perished

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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OV08 JWM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OV08 JWM, 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 OV08 JWM registered?

OV08 JWM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is OV08 JWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 JWM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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