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DY08 HHA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,037 mi
Last recorded198,037 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 HHA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 198,037 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 178,897 miles

engine oil leak

front exhaust flexy damaged

Fail 9 Jun 2017 178,782 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

front exhaust flexy damaged

Pass 10 Jun 2016 165,010 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 154,409 miles

windscreen has stone chips

Pass 31 Jul 2014 135,778 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 105,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 105,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Apr 2013 105,876 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 May 2012 82,741 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 82,741 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Centre Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 59,671 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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DY08 HHA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DY08 HHA, 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 DY08 HHA registered?

DY08 HHA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is DY08 HHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 HHA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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