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AY58 HGM

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,283 mi
Last recorded156,283 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 HGM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 156,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 156,109 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure x 3 bulges - 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin needs full brake inspection (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 155,304 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 145,519 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted

Fail 20 May 2019 145,437 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Under-trays fitted

Fail 25 Aug 2018 141,041 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 132,555 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2016 124,775 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 116,887 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 109,501 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2013 102,197 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 102,197 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 90,941 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 90,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2011 74,521 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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AY58 HGM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AY58 HGM, 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 AY58 HGM registered?

AY58 HGM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is AY58 HGM safe to buy?

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