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BW08 DYH

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,756 mi
Last recorded146,756 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 DYH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 146,756 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EGR pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Gear knob missing

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Rear silencer heatshield insecure

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

Fail 7 Aug 2020 146,514 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EGR pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Grille damaged but secure

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

Gear knob missing

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Rear silencer heatshield insecure

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 137,167 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 136,916 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 126,061 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 114,690 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 100,907 miles

n/s front tyre tread 2mm

o/s front tyre tread 2mm

Fail 1 Aug 2016 100,904 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter housing (7.2.3)

n/s front tyre tread 2mm

o/s front tyre tread 2mm

Pass 17 Jul 2015 93,098 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 83,389 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 83,387 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 73,100 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 58,986 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 58,927 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 46,422 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 46,422 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)

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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BW08 DYH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BW08 DYH, 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 BW08 DYH registered?

BW08 DYH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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