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BF58 SRU

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

159,911 mi
Last recorded159,911 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 SRU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 159,911 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 155,924 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 153,537 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 145,950 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 138,783 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both stepped/low inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 132,490 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 128,725 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 120,507 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Jan 2019 120,507 miles

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

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 109,577 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 98,508 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 26 Jan 2017 98,508 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 91,494 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 91,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 83,772 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 82,260 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 82,260 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 68,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 68,224 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 57,443 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

t p m s light on

Pass 23 Sep 2011 42,859 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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BF58 SRU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black 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 BF58 SRU, 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 BF58 SRU registered?

BF58 SRU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is BF58 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 SRU 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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