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BG58 LPX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

183,921 mi
Last recorded183,921 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 183,921 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2021 183,920 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 175,854 miles

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush front two (2.4.G.2)

surface corrosion on mech.componets

Pass 29 Mar 2016 165,124 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 165,122 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 161,861 miles

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 138,577 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 106,675 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 78,293 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2011 78,293 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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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BG58 LPX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BG58 LPX, 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 BG58 LPX?

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What year was BG58 LPX registered?

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

Is BG58 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 LPX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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