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BG08 YTW

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,452 mi
Last recorded118,452 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 YTW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2019 118,452 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front, both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 116,710 miles

inspected in wet /snowy conditions

Pass 15 Dec 2016 113,848 miles

advise- eml on

Pass 24 Jul 2015 108,542 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 99,750 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 86,207 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 68,939 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 46,294 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

under bount cover fitted

under carriage cover fitted

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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BG08 YTW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG08 YTW, 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 BG08 YTW registered?

BG08 YTW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is BG08 YTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 YTW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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