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FY08 EWS

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,769 mi
Last recorded68,769 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 EWS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 68,769 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 65,998 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 65,998 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2015 64,136 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 62,424 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 60,109 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 53,328 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 45,490 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 45,481 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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FY08 EWS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FY08 EWS, 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 FY08 EWS registered?

FY08 EWS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FY08 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 EWS shows 9 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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