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YD58 YBB

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,445 mi
Last recorded162,445 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD58 YBB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 162,445 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 154,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 147,321 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 139,031 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 136,042 miles

Offside Rear brake backing plate corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2019 134,862 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 128,778 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 123,925 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 119,118 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 114,224 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 110,581 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 98,308 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 79,792 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 61,610 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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YD58 YBB 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 100%.

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 YD58 YBB, 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 YD58 YBB registered?

YD58 YBB is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is YD58 YBB safe to buy?

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