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LG58 YDH

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,514 mi
Last recorded131,514 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 YDH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 131,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall has a cut but no cords visable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 134,514 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall has a cut but no cords visable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 119,082 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 119,080 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 106,933 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn stepped on inner edge 225/45/17 Y

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake fluid dark in colour.

no bonnet prop.

Pass 22 May 2020 87,307 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to dpf joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear WHEEL ARCH DAMAGED (TYRE FOULING)

Pass 23 Oct 2018 60,602 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 60,602 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 55,057 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 48,269 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 48,259 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 41,142 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 35,094 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 27,445 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 27,445 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 19,089 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 24 Nov 2012 18,809 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2011 13,642 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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LG58 YDH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LG58 YDH, 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 LG58 YDH registered?

LG58 YDH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 November 2008.

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