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YG08 EHK

2008 Saab 9-3

Beige Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

193,271 mi
Last recorded193,271 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 EHK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 193,271 miles

EML on

Offside Front Fog lamp inop

Fail 17 Jan 2023 193,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML on

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 186,693 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 186,593 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 171,221 miles

EML on

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 165,496 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 158,195 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 143,963 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 130,608 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 118,928 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 98,870 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 86,361 miles

all tyres getting low on tread but ok for test

Pass 29 May 2012 69,586 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 50,790 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 50,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 EHK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EHK, 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 EHK registered?

YG08 EHK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is YG08 EHK safe to buy?

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