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BF58 SVW

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,115 mi
Last recorded84,115 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 84,115 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 77,145 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2021 77,145 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 71,127 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 69,396 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 67,297 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 67,297 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 65,243 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 65,226 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Undertray fitted obscuring some items from view

Pass 13 Jun 2016 62,231 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 60,195 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 57,020 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 54,585 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 43,890 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 38,941 miles

corrosion on front brakes

some judder on front brakes

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 SVW 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 80%.

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 SVW, 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

How do I check the history of BF58 SVW?

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What year was BF58 SVW registered?

BF58 SVW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is BF58 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 SVW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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