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RV08 EKJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,700 mi
Last recorded115,700 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2014
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 EKJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2014 115,700 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 102,378 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 93,329 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 9 May 2011 78,144 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 75,821 miles

Flat spots on N/S/R tyre

Two cuts in inner sidewall of N/S/R tyre not deep enough to expose plys or cords

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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RV08 EKJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RV08 EKJ, 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

How do I check the history of RV08 EKJ?

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What year was RV08 EKJ registered?

RV08 EKJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is RV08 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 EKJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV08 EKJ have outstanding finance?

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