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FE58 MUB

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,843 mi
Last recorded107,843 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 MUB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 107,843 miles

Exhaust heatshield loose

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 107,843 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust heatshield loose

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 105,457 miles

Exhaust Heat Shield Loose

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 100,492 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 23 Feb 2024 100,492 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn more on o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 24 Feb 2023 95,244 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 95,244 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 90,454 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2022 90,454 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 85,406 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2020 80,003 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 71,295 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 71,291 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2018 61,476 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 52,704 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 45,984 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 42,416 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 38,463 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 33,584 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 28,927 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 28,927 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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 MUB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MUB, 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 MUB registered?

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

Is FE58 MUB safe to buy?

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