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AG58 VBL

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

169,741 mi
Last recorded169,741 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG58 VBL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 169,741 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 161,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 154,595 miles

Coolant leak ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 139,567 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 125,589 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 105,818 miles

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

noise coming from flywheel

Pass 4 Sep 2018 93,535 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 93,535 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 83,673 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 72,405 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 65,600 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 57,926 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 55,734 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 36,055 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 22,054 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 VBL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VBL, 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 AG58 VBL registered?

AG58 VBL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is AG58 VBL safe to buy?

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