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WJ58 YAY

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

187,012 mi
Last recorded187,012 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ58 YAY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 187,012 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 161,238 miles

n/s/f suspension link boot split

n/s/r tyre low tread and tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 16 Dec 2014 126,767 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 126,767 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 108,691 miles

O/S/F seatbelt needed assistance to retract

Fail 20 Dec 2013 108,691 miles

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

O/S/F seatbelt needed assistance to retract

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 81,939 miles

coolant low

front wheel rim damage

n/s/r slight wheel buckle inner edge

o/s/r tyre tread worn uneven and slight cracking around outer edge

rear discs worn and corroded

Fail 7 Jan 2013 81,939 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

coolant low

front wheel rim damage

n/s/r slight wheel buckle inner edge

o/s/r tyre tread worn uneven and slight cracking around outer edge

rear discs worn and corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2012 68,221 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear brake discs started to lip

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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WJ58 YAY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 WJ58 YAY, 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 WJ58 YAY registered?

WJ58 YAY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 November 2008.

Is WJ58 YAY safe to buy?

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