CarVerify

Free Car Check

DY58 HWN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

193,274 mi
Last recorded193,274 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 193,274 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 193,274 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 190,357 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 185,631 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 177,488 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 168,903 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 159,181 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 159,181 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 148,479 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 148,479 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking calliper banjo bolt (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 137,202 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 120,275 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 106,539 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 106,539 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 79,460 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DY58 HWN 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 73.3%.

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 DY58 HWN, 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 DY58 HWN?

You can check the full history of DY58 HWN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DY58 HWN registered?

DY58 HWN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is DY58 HWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 HWN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY58 HWN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DY58 HWN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.