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FE58 MJF

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,967 mi
Last recorded84,967 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 MJF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 84,967 miles

Age related corrosion on rear subframe and rear suspension components.

Pass 28 May 2025 81,645 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 78,537 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 74,309 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 May 2023 74,297 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 72,122 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 66,204 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 60,937 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 60,937 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 60,918 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 60,918 miles

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

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 59,024 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 57,589 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 54,655 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 51,764 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 48,958 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 48,958 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 46,474 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 44,451 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 36,909 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2011 27,964 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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FE58 MJF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FE58 MJF, 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 FE58 MJF?

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What year was FE58 MJF registered?

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

Is FE58 MJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 MJF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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