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DV58 NHG

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

222,541 mi
Last recorded222,541 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV58 NHG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 222,541 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 222,540 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 210,848 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 205,474 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 198,491 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear rear quarter rusting through

Offside Rear Rear quarter rusting through

Pass 2 Nov 2018 188,219 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 188,219 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 179,082 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn to limits (3.5.1i)

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)

Fail 11 Oct 2017 179,082 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn to limits (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened leaking (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 165,480 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 146,713 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 139,141 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear discs poor condition

rear tyres worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 8 Nov 2012 108,658 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 76,279 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 76,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DV58 NHG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DV58 NHG, 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 DV58 NHG registered?

DV58 NHG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is DV58 NHG safe to buy?

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