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LD08 YMV

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,163 mi
Last recorded135,163 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 YMV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 135,163 miles

Nearside Rear antiroll bar D bush poorly fitted - advise this is re-fitted by repairer

child seat fitted

oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2016 135,109 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted

oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2015 115,102 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 97,716 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2013 82,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2012 69,242 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 51,729 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 51,729 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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LD08 YMV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LD08 YMV, 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 LD08 YMV registered?

LD08 YMV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LD08 YMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 YMV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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