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YG08 EGK

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,420 mi
Last recorded95,420 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 EGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 95,420 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 85,550 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 77,761 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged discoloured ()

Pass 23 Nov 2021 71,700 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 67,304 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 61,374 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 61,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 51,896 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 51,893 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 38,367 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 25,045 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 17,282 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 13,200 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 11,601 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 11,601 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 8,345 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 6,901 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 4,324 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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YG08 EGK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YG08 EGK, 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 YG08 EGK registered?

YG08 EGK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YG08 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 EGK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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