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DY58 LZR

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

104,749 mi
Last recorded104,749 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 LZR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 104,749 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 100,231 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 100,230 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 96,606 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 94,035 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 92,015 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 88,829 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 84,531 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 79,590 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Oct 2016 73,805 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 69,137 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 64,215 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 57,955 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 46,096 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 33,797 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 LZR is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 LZR, 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 LZR registered?

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

Is DY58 LZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 LZR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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