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RV08 JYF

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

147,039 mi
Last recorded147,039 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 JYF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 147,039 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 139,067 miles

NSF TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT. FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW. ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT DISPLAYED.

Pass 15 Jan 2017 121,204 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jan 2017 121,137 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 105,332 miles

Front brakes have a slight uneven application

Fail 15 Jan 2016 105,332 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front brakes have a slight uneven application

Pass 17 Jan 2015 92,717 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 78,990 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 68,763 miles

emmisions to low too record

Pass 23 May 2012 66,509 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 55,529 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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RV08 JYF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JYF, 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 JYF?

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What year was RV08 JYF registered?

RV08 JYF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is RV08 JYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 JYF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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