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FT08 JYD

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,300 mi
Last recorded89,300 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 JYD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 89,300 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 83,206 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 May 2025 83,204 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2024 76,515 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 71,586 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 64,288 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 28 May 2021 59,024 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 56,110 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 56,105 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 53,897 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 51,437 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 46,939 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 40,299 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 34,076 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 27,319 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 10,754 miles

no emmissions picked up on smoke test

Fail 25 Apr 2013 19,665 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

no emmissions picked up on smoke test

Pass 15 Aug 2011 18,187 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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FT08 JYD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel 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 FT08 JYD, 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 FT08 JYD registered?

FT08 JYD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is FT08 JYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 JYD 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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