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RJ08 VFZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,422 mi
Last recorded99,422 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 VFZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 99,422 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 5 Jun 2014 99,422 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2013 90,663 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

eml light on

rear passanger seat belt not check duo to child seat fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2012 80,796 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 72,424 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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RJ08 VFZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RJ08 VFZ, 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 RJ08 VFZ registered?

RJ08 VFZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is RJ08 VFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ08 VFZ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJ08 VFZ have outstanding finance?

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