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BN08 PYT

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,122 mi
Last recorded135,122 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 PYT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 135,122 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2026 135,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear back box heat shield loose

Pass 18 Jul 2025 132,391 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 132,389 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 131,202 miles

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

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 125,472 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear 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 12 Jul 2022 120,069 miles

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 24 Jun 2021 116,550 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack pinion seal (2.1.5 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 114,102 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 109,166 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 105,132 miles

rear discs pitted

Fail 15 Mar 2018 105,132 miles

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

rear discs pitted

Pass 15 Mar 2017 98,359 miles

Nearside Rear tyres has cuts in tyre but not deep enough to reach cords

Offside Front sidewall cracked

Offside Front tyre tread has acut but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 22 Mar 2016 90,306 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 81,858 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 81,858 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 72,477 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 62,172 miles

both rear tyres low

Pass 9 Mar 2012 47,215 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 33,885 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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BN08 PYT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN08 PYT, 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 BN08 PYT registered?

BN08 PYT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BN08 PYT safe to buy?

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