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SH08 RZJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

148,057 mi
Last recorded148,057 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 RZJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 148,057 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 145,535 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 145,440 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 142,475 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 139,402 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 135,990 miles

heat shield at offside of fuel tank is corroding

oil residue engine area

Pass 23 Oct 2020 132,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 125,535 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 119,283 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 113,891 miles

offside front tyre worn / skuffing on outer edge

strong advise nearside front tyre no tread outer edge

Pass 10 May 2016 100,321 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 84,281 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear outer driveshaft gaiter slightly leaking grease

Pass 2 May 2014 72,606 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 60,748 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,586 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 34,953 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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SH08 RZJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SH08 RZJ, 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 SH08 RZJ registered?

SH08 RZJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is SH08 RZJ safe to buy?

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