MOT Status
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232,374 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Upper Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Upper Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
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Y18 NDE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver 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 Y18 NDE, 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 Y18 NDE registered?
Y18 NDE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 September 2008.
Is Y18 NDE safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y18 NDE 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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