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DV08 CYW

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

114,239 mi
Last recorded114,239 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 CYW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 114,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2018 114,239 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 100,636 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 88,400 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 88,363 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 78,523 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 78,523 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 68,318 miles

o/s rear tyre has rough inner edge

Fail 10 Sep 2014 68,318 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s rear tyre has rough inner edge

Fail 27 Mar 2013 51,916 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 51,916 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 42,212 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 42,212 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 32,080 miles

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

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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DV08 CYW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DV08 CYW, 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 DV08 CYW registered?

DV08 CYW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DV08 CYW safe to buy?

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