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FY08 EWU

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

210,076 mi
Last recorded210,076 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 EWU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 210,076 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2014 197,631 miles

Duel mass fly wheel noisey

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front fog lamp trim missing

Pass 13 May 2013 184,162 miles

EMS light on dash

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 162,270 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 162,270 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 141,740 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 141,740 miles

Nearside Upper 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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FY08 EWU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FY08 EWU, 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 EWU registered?

FY08 EWU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is FY08 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 EWU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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