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OU08 YAH

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

159,751 mi
Last recorded159,751 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 YAH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 159,751 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 138,417 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 138,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 121,209 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 121,205 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

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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OU08 YAH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OU08 YAH, 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

How do I check the history of OU08 YAH?

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What year was OU08 YAH registered?

OU08 YAH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is OU08 YAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 YAH shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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