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DY58 HWM

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,129 mi
Last recorded96,129 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 HWM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 96,129 miles

underside corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2022 95,476 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 91,903 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 87,412 miles

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

limited performance light intermit comes on but then goes off

Pass 15 Jun 2019 82,543 miles

Front WASHERS NOT WORKING VERY WELL

Offside Rear TYRE IS CRACKING UP BADLY

Pass 19 Jun 2018 78,773 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear handbrake cable bracket broken butt still score

Rear Inner both rear tyres inner sidewall cracking

Pass 13 Jun 2017 74,948 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 72,569 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 72,569 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 68,108 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 62,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2013 55,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2012 47,762 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 37,052 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 37,052 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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DY58 HWM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 DY58 HWM, 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 DY58 HWM registered?

DY58 HWM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is DY58 HWM safe to buy?

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