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EN57 AUY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,628 mi
Last recorded127,628 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 AUY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 127,628 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 127,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 123,294 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 118,478 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 113,591 miles

Nearside Front mirror glass worn

slight distortion in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Oct 2020 105,594 miles

Rear brake discs corroded and scored!

Fail 21 Oct 2020 105,521 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Rear brake discs corroded and scored!

Pass 14 Oct 2019 100,376 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 95,262 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 95,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 85,977 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 79,766 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 74,157 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 65,550 miles

Front discs lipped

Rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Jan 2014 59,213 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 50,209 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 40,801 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 32,257 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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EN57 AUY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EN57 AUY, 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 EN57 AUY?

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What year was EN57 AUY registered?

EN57 AUY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 January 2008.

Is EN57 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 AUY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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