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YG08 EHW

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,151 mi
Last recorded121,151 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 EHW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 121,151 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 116,727 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 116,727 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 101,562 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 98,034 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 91,942 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 84,639 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 77,910 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 77,906 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre has slight damage to side wall

pastic side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection

vehicle battery insecure

Pass 15 Mar 2011 60,110 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 60,110 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 EHW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EHW, 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 YG08 EHW registered?

YG08 EHW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is YG08 EHW safe to buy?

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