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SK58 YBO

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK58 YBO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

UNDERBODY COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL

Pass 2 Jun 2023 117,074 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 117,067 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 110,840 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 110,835 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 97,637 miles

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

fuel filter damp

Pass 15 Feb 2017 79,268 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 79,268 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

heat shield loose

Pass 15 Feb 2016 67,463 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 67,463 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexy (7.1.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 62,602 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

possible slight blow on front exhuast flexy pipe

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 56,258 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 56,258 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 38,190 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 21,465 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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SK58 YBO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SK58 YBO, 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 SK58 YBO registered?

SK58 YBO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SK58 YBO safe to buy?

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