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WJ08 OVF

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

92,649 mi
Last recorded92,649 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 OVF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2015 92,649 miles

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

Fail 31 Dec 2015 92,649 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 86,409 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 86,409 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 77,962 miles

tracking check

Fail 23 Nov 2013 77,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

tracking check

Pass 27 Nov 2012 64,299 miles

service light on

Pass 23 Nov 2011 45,374 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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WJ08 OVF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ08 OVF, 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 WJ08 OVF registered?

WJ08 OVF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is WJ08 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 OVF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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