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WJ58 YBC

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,907 mi
Last recorded76,907 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 76,907 miles

front tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 9 Mar 2017 68,848 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 68,426 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 64,339 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 55,666 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 53,853 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 45,715 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 45,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 36,465 miles

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre bold on edge

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 YBC 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 88.9%.

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 WJ58 YBC, 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 WJ58 YBC registered?

WJ58 YBC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is WJ58 YBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ58 YBC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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