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RO08 HJG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

125,898 mi
Last recorded125,898 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 HJG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 125,898 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 118,029 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 118,029 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 106,584 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 95,404 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 85,746 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 76,352 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 68,394 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 61,116 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 51,438 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 43,060 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 34,209 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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RO08 HJG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HJG, 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 RO08 HJG registered?

RO08 HJG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is RO08 HJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 HJG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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