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BG58 LNY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,420 mi
Last recorded141,420 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 LNY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 141,420 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 129,045 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 115,204 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 103,962 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 82,980 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 65,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Sep 2012 65,232 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2011 49,687 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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BG58 LNY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BG58 LNY, 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 BG58 LNY registered?

BG58 LNY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is BG58 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 LNY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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