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BJ08 YME

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

246,997 mi
Last recorded246,997 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 YME
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 246,997 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 246,997 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 242,580 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 238,365 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 234,222 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 234,222 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 229,468 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edges

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Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 219,736 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 219,736 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 211,001 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 211,001 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 May 2014 199,050 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 189,062 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 152,002 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2012 152,002 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 132,270 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 132,270 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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BJ08 YME is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BJ08 YME, 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 BJ08 YME registered?

BJ08 YME is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ08 YME shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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