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GY08 MUE

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,234 mi
Last recorded71,234 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 MUE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 71,234 miles

Rear brake pads low

Pass 10 Jun 2014 62,523 miles

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

Internal bonnet release does not work, but can still be opened by another method

Fail 9 Jun 2014 62,523 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Internal bonnet release does not work, but can still be opened by another method

Pass 5 Jun 2013 55,143 miles

Both rear tyres perishing and getting low, Nearside rear outer sidewall poor condition

Damage to nearside plastic outer cover sill

Front brake pads close to minimum thickness of 1.5mm

Pass 18 Jun 2012 45,543 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 33,112 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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GY08 MUE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GY08 MUE, 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 GY08 MUE registered?

GY08 MUE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GY08 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY08 MUE shows 6 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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