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LC08 YLG

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

131,635 mi
Last recorded131,635 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YLG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 131,635 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 126,962 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 119,742 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 110,222 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 100,753 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 92,512 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 92,512 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 92,512 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 85,073 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 76,214 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 67,552 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 61,135 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 51,838 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 44,209 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 39,776 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres splitting

Pass 18 Sep 2012 35,746 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 32,785 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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LC08 YLG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LC08 YLG, 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 LC08 YLG registered?

LC08 YLG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is LC08 YLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 YLG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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