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BF58 XUW

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,972 mi
Last recorded103,972 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2014 103,972 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 87,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2012 73,363 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear tyre has excessive wear to the outer shoulders.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Aug 2012 73,351 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear & offside front tyres are exhibiting the same pattern of wear as the nearside front

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 57,711 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 XUW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 XUW, 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 BF58 XUW registered?

BF58 XUW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is BF58 XUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 XUW shows 5 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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