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BX58 NCZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,599 mi
Last recorded128,599 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX58 NCZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 128,599 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 125,523 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Fail 15 Nov 2017 125,523 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 3 Dec 2016 119,235 miles

front tyres underinflated

oil leaks

Fail 12 Nov 2016 119,009 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement roll bar drop link bush (2.4.G.2)

EML LAMP ON

Offside Front tyre deflated

Offside Rear slight rear brake bind

TESTED WET WEATHER

cover sills fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2015 111,882 miles

eml on

trims fitted to outersills

Pass 22 Nov 2014 104,229 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 98,579 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 90,846 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 84,650 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 84,650 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BX58 NCZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BX58 NCZ, 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 BX58 NCZ registered?

BX58 NCZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is BX58 NCZ safe to buy?

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