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BF58 XVG

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,727 mi
Last recorded151,727 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 XVG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 151,727 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 151,257 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2017 135,604 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 135,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 123,441 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 120,973 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 111,765 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 103,837 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes & parking brake

Brakes ; rear brake pads low

Engine / bay covers / underguards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Fail 25 Apr 2014 103,714 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes & parking brake

Brakes ; rear brake pads low

Engine / bay covers / underguards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Note ; headlamp aim will require recheck after repairs

Note ; suspension coil springs should be replaced as a pair to ensure even ride & height

Pass 12 Apr 2013 82,079 miles

Engine / bay covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Fail 12 Apr 2013 82,079 miles

Offside 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)

Engine / bay covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 58,685 miles

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

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

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 XVG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BF58 XVG, 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 XVG registered?

BF58 XVG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 December 2008.

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The MOT history for BF58 XVG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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