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LG58 YDN

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,832 mi
Last recorded163,832 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 YDN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 163,832 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 150,572 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 135,826 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 122,219 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jan 2020 122,211 miles

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

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 117,483 miles

Power steering close to minimum mark slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 117,462 miles

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

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 107,052 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 5 Jan 2018 107,049 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jan 2017 95,636 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 95,636 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 85,555 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 76,696 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 62,778 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 39,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 18,493 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 YDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LG58 YDN, 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 YDN registered?

LG58 YDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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