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OY08 YXS

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,829 mi
Last recorded140,829 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 YXS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 140,829 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 140,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2016 135,666 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 125,232 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 117,375 miles

drivers door mirror damaged

Fail 28 Mar 2014 117,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

drivers door mirror damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2013 107,743 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 101,401 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 73,881 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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OY08 YXS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OY08 YXS, 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 OY08 YXS registered?

OY08 YXS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is OY08 YXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 YXS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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