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VK08 YTC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,169 mi
Last recorded137,169 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 YTC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 137,169 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 115,884 miles

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

under tray fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2021 115,884 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2019 100,028 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 90,924 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 77,954 miles

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

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

offside front top mount bearing slightly rough

Pass 14 Sep 2016 65,234 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint rack area (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 56,334 miles

All 4 tyres are starting to split on the inner side walls

Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,731 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 43,738 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 41,604 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,891 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 33,884 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 23,960 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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VK08 YTC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VK08 YTC, 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 VK08 YTC registered?

VK08 YTC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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