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FY08 EWX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

175,916 mi
Last recorded175,916 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 EWX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 175,916 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2019 175,860 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 May 2018 169,062 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 159,851 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 159,695 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 149,119 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 149,119 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 138,607 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 127,506 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 116,498 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 106,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

uneven tread wear to n/s/r tyre on inner edge

Fail 2 Jun 2012 105,838 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

uneven tread wear to n/s/r tyre on inner edge

Fail 15 Jun 2011 97,108 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 97,108 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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FY08 EWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 EWX, 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 FY08 EWX registered?

FY08 EWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is FY08 EWX safe to buy?

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