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YT08 XYA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

208,844 mi
Last recorded208,844 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 XYA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 208,844 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2017 208,844 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Wheel nut(s) missing 1 from each wheel (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 191,106 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 175,476 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 161,681 miles

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

the rear offside brake is draging slightly

Pass 26 Feb 2013 143,149 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 119,399 miles

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

nearside and offside front brake discs worn

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Apr 2011 83,133 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 83,127 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)

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

nearside and offside rear brake discs worn

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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YT08 XYA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YT08 XYA, 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 YT08 XYA registered?

YT08 XYA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YT08 XYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 XYA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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