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FE58 ZLY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

141,187 mi
Last recorded141,187 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 141,187 miles

Nearsiderear tyre perished

Fail 19 Oct 2018 141,187 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearsiderear tyre perished

Pass 12 Oct 2017 137,027 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 134,205 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 82,792 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 82,792 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 74,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 74,656 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 64,869 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 57,271 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 ZLY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ZLY, 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 ZLY?

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What year was FE58 ZLY registered?

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

Is FE58 ZLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 ZLY shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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