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SF08 YFP

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

127,824 mi
Last recorded127,824 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 YFP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 127,824 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 118,876 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 115,517 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 115,517 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 111,085 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 102,824 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 93,866 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 81,700 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 79,087 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 73,354 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly split

Pass 25 Nov 2013 66,518 miles

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

exhaust mounting bracket broke

Pass 27 Nov 2012 61,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 55,627 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 45,474 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 45,474 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SF08 YFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SF08 YFP, 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 SF08 YFP registered?

SF08 YFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is SF08 YFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 YFP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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