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DV58 XAF

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

199,201 mi
Last recorded199,201 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 199,201 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 185,372 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 176,479 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 161,484 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 150,522 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 144,696 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 144,696 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 126,613 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 106,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 83,685 miles

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

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

TESTED IN WET CONDITIONS

Fail 21 Nov 2012 83,685 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

TESTED IN WET CONDITIONS

Fail 28 Nov 2011 62,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 62,371 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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DV58 XAF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DV58 XAF, 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 XAF registered?

DV58 XAF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is DV58 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV58 XAF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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