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FE58 ZKM

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

172,411 mi
Last recorded172,411 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 ZKM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 172,411 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 144,308 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Mar 2017 144,308 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Apr 2016 122,031 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2016 122,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 99,273 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 30 Mar 2015 99,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2014 83,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 66,410 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 66,410 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 52,313 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 52,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 ZKM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 ZKM, 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 ZKM registered?

FE58 ZKM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 October 2008.

Is FE58 ZKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 ZKM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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