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RV08 YRN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

174,292 mi
Last recorded174,292 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 174,292 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 170,769 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 167,199 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 167,181 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 165,697 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 163,633 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 158,481 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 149,755 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 143,554 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 137,263 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 133,579 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 122,529 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill trims fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2015 122,528 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to n/s/f tyre side wall

plastic sill trims fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2014 112,589 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 94,165 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 78,366 miles

advise rear tyres close to the tread wear markers 3mm

Pass 22 Feb 2011 60,723 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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RV08 YRN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YRN, 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 RV08 YRN registered?

RV08 YRN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RV08 YRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 YRN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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