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RO08 HJE

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,801 mi
Last recorded115,801 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 HJE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 115,801 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 113,764 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 110,271 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2024 110,265 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 106,775 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 103,669 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 103,667 miles

Fuel system component leaking Leak from fuel filter area. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 101,834 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 100,631 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 98,629 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 95,853 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)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 91,184 miles

* emissions too low to test *

Pass 9 Feb 2016 88,283 miles

Emissions to low for smokemeter to read unable to get printout

Sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2015 81,040 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 68,980 miles

Emissions to low for smokemeter to read unable to give printout

Sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2013 54,482 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 41,901 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 34,451 miles

Emmisions to clean for smoke meter to read

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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RO08 HJE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RO08 HJE, 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 RO08 HJE registered?

RO08 HJE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is RO08 HJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 HJE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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