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DY08 HKB

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,128 mi
Last recorded108,128 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 108,128 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads getting low2m (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 103,307 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 88,193 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 85,033 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2020 81,346 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 81,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 74,513 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 69,553 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 63,195 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2017 63,195 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter slight leak (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 59,520 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 56,241 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 53,713 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 51,163 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 45,743 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres low centre tread

offside wiper smears

Pass 19 Feb 2011 34,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

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 HKB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HKB, 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 HKB registered?

DY08 HKB is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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The MOT history for DY08 HKB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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