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FE08 YAG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

125,524 mi
Last recorded125,524 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 YAG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 125,524 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 117,855 miles

Nearside Rear advise slight play at wheel bearing

Offside advise hair line crack to mirror glass

advise exhaust heat shield not fully secured

Pass 20 Nov 2015 117,094 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 116,956 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm worn and seriously weakened top (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm worn and seriously weakened top (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 106,525 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 96,685 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 82,753 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 170,094 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 170,094 miles

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 1 Feb 2011 120,507 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 120,507 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FE08 YAG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FE08 YAG, 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 FE08 YAG?

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What year was FE08 YAG registered?

FE08 YAG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is FE08 YAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 YAG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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