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RV08 YRK

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

186,767 mi
Last recorded186,767 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 YRK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 186,767 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 180,913 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 180,913 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 176,222 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed door stiff (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 171,418 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 166,272 miles

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 160,317 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 152,662 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 143,099 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 130,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2012 101,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

screen blades smear slightly

Pass 30 Mar 2011 70,427 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 70,427 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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RV08 YRK 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 RV08 YRK, 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 RV08 YRK registered?

RV08 YRK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 April 2008.

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The MOT history for RV08 YRK 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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