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DV58 XAM

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,493 mi
Last recorded171,493 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV58 XAM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 171,493 miles

both front drop link ball joints worn

Fail 8 Aug 2018 171,493 miles

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

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

both front drop link ball joints worn

Pass 9 Aug 2017 159,622 miles

Nail in tyre Both front tyres have nails in tread ()

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 145,655 miles

both rear tyres worn close to limit and slightly out of shape

Pass 8 Aug 2015 129,591 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 117,392 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 107,730 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2011 83,332 miles

front discs worn slightly

Fail 3 Dec 2011 83,332 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front discs worn slightly

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 XAM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XAM, 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 DV58 XAM registered?

DV58 XAM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 December 2008.

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