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FE58 YYC

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,766 mi
Last recorded146,766 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 YYC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 146,766 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 145,074 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 144,559 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 143,153 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 139,363 miles

Nearside Rear 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 Jan 2018 126,457 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 108,278 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 93,955 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 93,688 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 87,094 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 80,069 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 80,069 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 76,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 76,785 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 64,546 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 50,381 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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FE58 YYC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FE58 YYC, 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.

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What year was FE58 YYC registered?

FE58 YYC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is FE58 YYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 YYC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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