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YX08 YML

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,693 mi
Last recorded143,693 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 YML
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 143,693 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 132,748 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 119,960 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 99,179 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 98,852 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 85,033 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 72,805 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 63,796 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 56,107 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2015 56,107 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2014 50,892 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 21 May 2013 46,877 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 41,610 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 May 2011 35,102 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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YX08 YML is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YX08 YML, 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 YX08 YML registered?

YX08 YML is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is YX08 YML safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 YML shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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