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FV08 HJZ

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,477 mi
Last recorded151,477 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth121,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 HJZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Dth
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 151,477 miles

General corrosion underneath vehicle

Fail 28 Apr 2021 151,477 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

General corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 9 Jun 2020 143,821 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2020 143,818 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2 bulges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 128,426 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 125,762 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 122,529 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 112,641 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 112,641 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 101,050 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 94,083 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 May 2014 94,083 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 86,132 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 75,623 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 46,299 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth?

Based on 509 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,976
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
coil spring fractured 4
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FV08 HJZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 121,766 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 HJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV08 HJZ registered?

FV08 HJZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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