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AG58 VBA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

152,077 mi
Last recorded152,077 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG58 VBA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 152,077 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2025 152,077 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 144,696 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2024 144,686 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 137,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 137,853 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened Upper rear shock absorber bracket (alloy, 3 bolts) corroded / cracked / chunk missing around bolt (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Dripping off fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 131,830 miles

Rear exhaust heat shield is loose

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 127,112 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 120,210 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 112,070 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 112,069 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 105,002 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 92,726 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 79,428 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 79,428 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe to caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2016 71,114 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 65,234 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 58,021 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 51,779 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 46,808 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 46,693 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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AG58 VBA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AG58 VBA, 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 AG58 VBA registered?

AG58 VBA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 November 2008.

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The MOT history for AG58 VBA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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