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DY58 MDU

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

84,633 mi
Last recorded84,633 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 84,633 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear heat shield loose

Fail 28 Nov 2025 84,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear heat shield loose

Pass 6 Dec 2024 81,358 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear exhaust heatshields slightly loose / rattling

Fail 5 Dec 2024 81,358 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear exhaust heatshields slightly loose / rattling

Pass 7 Dec 2023 79,648 miles

Handbrake only just ment requirements

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust heatshields loose / rattling

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 77,562 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust heatshield loose / rattling

Pass 4 Dec 2021 75,827 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear exh heatsheild loose rattling

Pass 5 Dec 2020 74,164 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 71,086 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2019 71,086 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 69,943 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 69,044 miles

Offside Rear offside rear tyre cut in sidewall ,no cords visable

Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 66,740 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 58,991 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 50,929 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 50,928 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 43,894 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 35,864 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 MDU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MDU, 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 MDU?

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What year was DY58 MDU registered?

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

Is DY58 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 MDU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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