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DY58 KGF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,398 mi
Last recorded143,398 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 143,398 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 132,850 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 123,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 117,327 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 109,632 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 102,042 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 95,637 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 87,908 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 77,391 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 77,343 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 69,083 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 61,434 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 53,416 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 53,406 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 45,956 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 35,064 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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DY58 KGF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black 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 DY58 KGF, 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 DY58 KGF registered?

DY58 KGF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is DY58 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 KGF 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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