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EK58 BWX

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

159,899 mi
Last recorded159,899 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 BWX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 159,899 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel filter damp

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm & worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate Fault with system but registered before 1/1/2012 (4.1.D.4)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 159,899 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Fuel filter damp

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm & worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate Fault with system but registered before 1/1/2012 (4.1.D.4)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 156,694 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2017 156,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 148,110 miles

misting of fuel around fuel filter

Pass 17 Sep 2014 126,373 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 106,230 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Sep 2013 106,230 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 81,148 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 57,387 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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EK58 BWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EK58 BWX, 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 EK58 BWX registered?

EK58 BWX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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