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DY58 MGV

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

164,979 mi
Last recorded164,979 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 MGV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 164,979 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Heatshield loose

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 151,195 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 139,485 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Feb 2020 139,485 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 127,139 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 127,135 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 112,969 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 100,241 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2017 100,241 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 94,844 miles

Bonnet safety catch seized (repaired)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 89,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 5 Nov 2013 82,237 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 8 Nov 2012 76,063 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 60,180 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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DY58 MGV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DY58 MGV, 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 DY58 MGV registered?

DY58 MGV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is DY58 MGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 MGV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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