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S4 GRF

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,739 mi
Last recorded104,739 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS4 GRF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 104,739 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 104,737 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 94,250 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing thin on inside edge

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 84,826 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 78,200 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 70,607 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

unable to open bonnet

Pass 18 Jun 2013 56,597 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 44,083 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 30,403 miles

both rear brake discs pitted

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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S4 GRF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 S4 GRF, 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 S4 GRF?

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What year was S4 GRF registered?

S4 GRF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is S4 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S4 GRF shows 9 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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