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RJ08 VJD

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,290 mi
Last recorded146,290 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 VJD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 146,290 miles

n/s/r sidelight showing white light at certain angles

o/s/f upper drop link gaiter has small split. (still dustproof at time of presentation)

Fail 15 Sep 2025 146,281 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

n/s/r sidelight showing white light at certain angles

o/s/f upper drop link gaiter has small split. (still dustproof at time of presentation)

Pass 16 Sep 2024 144,117 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 144,117 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 143,364 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 143,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 142,334 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 142,323 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 141,427 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 141,427 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 140,601 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 137,426 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 137,425 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 135,618 miles

rear brake disc's well worn

Pass 18 Jul 2017 134,048 miles

rear discs well worn

Pass 30 Jul 2016 132,364 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 3 Jul 2015 130,522 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 130,522 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 125,587 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 125,587 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 106,483 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 82,700 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 82,700 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 58,765 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 VJD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 RJ08 VJD, 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 VJD registered?

RJ08 VJD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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