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DG08 MYZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

140,474 mi
Last recorded140,474 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 MYZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 140,474 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 140,474 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 2 May 2017 140,431 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front drop links have play offside front cv boot Split

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 120,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 May 2016 120,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 102,264 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 102,264 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014
Fail 17 Apr 2014

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 73,569 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 73,568 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2012 54,519 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 37,982 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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DG08 MYZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 DG08 MYZ, 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 DG08 MYZ registered?

DG08 MYZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is DG08 MYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 MYZ shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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