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VK08 NSJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

140,820 mi
Last recorded140,820 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 NSJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 140,820 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 135,111 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 135,053 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 128,606 miles

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))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 122,733 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 113,349 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

sills have covers

Pass 27 Jun 2018 101,953 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged valve stem slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged valve stem slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged valve stem slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tyre perished on edges

heat sheild loose

no smoke reading

Pass 16 Jun 2017 92,193 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jun 2016 84,668 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 69,721 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 62,425 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 53,213 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 44,997 miles

Nearside 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 25 Mar 2011 30,347 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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VK08 NSJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VK08 NSJ, 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

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What year was VK08 NSJ registered?

VK08 NSJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VK08 NSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 NSJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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