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VK08 YTZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,324 mi
Last recorded45,324 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 YTZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 45,324 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 43,009 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 42,054 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 40,332 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 flexible hoses poor (1.1.12 (f) (i))

plastic covers prevent inspection of outer sills ,

Pass 5 Oct 2022 39,022 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 37,799 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 36,870 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 34,562 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 31,884 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 28,071 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 24,378 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2015 20,231 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 17,120 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2014 17,118 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 13,192 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 13,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 9,616 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 YTZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue 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 VK08 YTZ, 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 YTZ registered?

VK08 YTZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VK08 YTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 YTZ 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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