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EX58 ZSZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,203 mi
Last recorded83,203 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 ZSZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 83,203 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 77,824 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 72,247 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 66,536 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 62,127 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 58,885 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 57,139 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 57,139 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 53,675 miles

Nearside Front door mirror glass has bled but can still have a veiw too rear

oil level low

Pass 6 Sep 2018 49,826 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 46,727 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 41,582 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 35,589 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 35,589 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 32,430 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 28,948 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 23,823 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 18,106 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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EX58 ZSZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EX58 ZSZ, 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

How do I check the history of EX58 ZSZ?

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What year was EX58 ZSZ registered?

EX58 ZSZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is EX58 ZSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 ZSZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX58 ZSZ have outstanding finance?

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