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NG58 YYV

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,985 mi
Last recorded132,985 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG58 YYV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 132,985 miles

offside reverse light not working

timing chain area noise

Fail 14 Dec 2019 132,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge through to cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

offside reverse light not working

timing chain area noise

Pass 18 Dec 2018 123,652 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 113,420 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 113,420 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 100,698 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 88,814 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 76,005 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 57,532 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 44,748 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 31,722 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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NG58 YYV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NG58 YYV, 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 NG58 YYV registered?

NG58 YYV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is NG58 YYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG58 YYV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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