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YT58 YFX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,687 mi
Last recorded153,687 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT58 YFX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 153,687 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 25 Nov 2024 153,681 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Nov 2023 148,929 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Nov 2023 148,929 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 10 Nov 2023 148,921 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed several cuts to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and split but can not see cords at this time (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 141,846 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 141,699 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (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))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 130,510 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 121,175 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 116,693 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 115,717 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 107,490 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 107,477 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 98,705 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 91,030 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 79,427 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 67,394 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 54,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2012 44,621 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 36,301 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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YT58 YFX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YT58 YFX, 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 YT58 YFX registered?

YT58 YFX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is YT58 YFX safe to buy?

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