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PJ58 GZP

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,702 mi
Last recorded129,702 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ58 GZP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 129,702 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 129,192 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 129,043 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 128,219 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 125,633 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 125,633 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement caliper (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 120,035 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 120,035 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 110,718 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 103,987 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 May 2016 76,324 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 60,391 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 50,497 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 45,158 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 35,013 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 25,286 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)

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

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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PJ58 GZP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PJ58 GZP, 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 PJ58 GZP registered?

PJ58 GZP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 December 2008.

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