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BX58 ZGW

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,808 mi
Last recorded103,808 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX58 ZGW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 103,808 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 103,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 92,776 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 92,773 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 86,812 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 83,919 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 81,645 miles

Front Both tyres slight scrubbing outer edges

Pass 12 Jan 2019 79,644 miles

Rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 24 Jan 2018 76,812 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking between tread

slight binding on o/s and n/s rear brakes

slight oil leak engine

Pass 5 Dec 2016 74,098 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2015 71,938 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 71,938 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 71,240 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 57,215 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 41,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2011 27,256 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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BX58 ZGW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BX58 ZGW, 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 BX58 ZGW registered?

BX58 ZGW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is BX58 ZGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX58 ZGW shows 16 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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