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RE08 YEG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,260 mi
Last recorded166,260 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 YEG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 166,260 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 154,410 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 138,414 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 138,368 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 26 May 2018 130,457 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 126,511 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 122,328 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 117,222 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 108,243 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 103,070 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 92,604 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 92,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2011 77,214 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING UNEVEN ON INNER EDGES

ENGINE BELLY PAN FITTED

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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RE08 YEG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RE08 YEG, 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 RE08 YEG registered?

RE08 YEG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is RE08 YEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 YEG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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