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YL57 GJU

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

187,915 mi
Last recorded187,915 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 GJU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 187,915 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 187,808 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 176,864 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 165,060 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 156,979 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 156,979 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 139,480 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 127,302 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 127,302 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2012 111,649 miles

air bag warning lamp on

Pass 13 Jul 2011 98,617 miles

both front brake discs worn

both rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Jan 2011 91,721 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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YL57 GJU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YL57 GJU, 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 YL57 GJU registered?

YL57 GJU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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The MOT history for YL57 GJU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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