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DY58 LYC

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,419 mi
Last recorded103,419 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 LYC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 103,419 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 103,419 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 82,580 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 82,580 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2020 65,097 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 57,638 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 55,614 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 53,049 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 50,307 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 46,366 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 42,839 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 42,839 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2012 37,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 37,484 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 25,350 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 LYC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue 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 LYC, 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 LYC registered?

DY58 LYC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is DY58 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 LYC 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.

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