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DY08 HHC

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,626 mi
Last recorded147,626 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 HHC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 147,626 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 147,621 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 135,939 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2025 135,889 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 131,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 126,193 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 126,030 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 118,249 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 114,338 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 106,959 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 94,879 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 56,666 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 47,149 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 38,209 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 HHC 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 78.6%.

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 DY08 HHC, 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

How do I check the history of DY08 HHC?

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What year was DY08 HHC registered?

DY08 HHC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is DY08 HHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 HHC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY08 HHC have outstanding finance?

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