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SK58 YDN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

94,025 mi
Last recorded94,025 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK58 YDN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 94,025 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2024 86,876 miles

Under trays and engine cover fitted. Underseal also applied

Pass 25 Aug 2023 74,433 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 71,740 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 68,524 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 62,802 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 62,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 54,678 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 43,702 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 36,196 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 34,516 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 34,422 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 32,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2014 30,269 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 26,995 miles

flywheel noisy on start up

green fluid leak ? poss ac dye

Fail 15 Jul 2013 26,995 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

flywheel noisy on start up

green fluid leak ? poss ac dye

Pass 18 Jul 2012 24,025 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 21,542 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s/r tyre slightly cracked

rear brake pads getting low and discs slightly scored

Pass 25 Jul 2011 21,542 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly cracked

rear brake pads getting low and discs slightly scored

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 YDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SK58 YDN, 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 SK58 YDN registered?

SK58 YDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 December 2008.

Is SK58 YDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK58 YDN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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