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OY08 YXT

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,034 mi
Last recorded156,034 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 YXT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 156,034 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin / close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 143,367 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2021 143,184 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 135,161 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 121,164 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS + OS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 121,055 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken NS + OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS + OS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 105,070 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 88,954 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 72,475 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 54,115 miles

Both rear tyres starting to wear close to the limit

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 43,855 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 39,864 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 32,357 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 22,113 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 YXT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YXT, 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

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What year was OY08 YXT registered?

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

Is OY08 YXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 YXT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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