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FE58 LXW

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,621 mi
Last recorded106,621 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 LXW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 106,621 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 97,562 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 97,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2016 86,011 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2015 74,210 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 61,383 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 49,187 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 49,145 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 45,481 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

vehicle does not record any emmissions

Pass 5 Nov 2012 45,481 miles

vehicle does not record any emmissions

Pass 9 Nov 2011 40,192 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 40,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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FE58 LXW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FE58 LXW, 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 FE58 LXW registered?

FE58 LXW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is FE58 LXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 LXW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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