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FY08 EYA

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,510 mi
Last recorded92,510 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 92,510 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 86,405 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 80,356 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 80,351 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 68,563 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi slight leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 68,563 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi slight leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 56,190 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 46,730 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 46,729 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 36,809 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 36,809 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 26,160 miles

cut in nearside rear tyre wall

small bulge in nearside rear tyre wall

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 EYA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EYA, 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

How do I check the history of FY08 EYA?

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What year was FY08 EYA registered?

FY08 EYA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is FY08 EYA safe to buy?

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