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FG58 DBZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,337 mi
Last recorded136,337 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 DBZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 136,337 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 136,329 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2017 128,834 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 120,984 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 120,831 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 111,054 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 110,888 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 91,783 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 72,957 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak from engine area

Pass 5 Nov 2012 52,056 miles

Off side rear tyre wearing inner edge

emissions to clean for a reading

Fail 3 Nov 2012 52,056 miles

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

Off side rear tyre wearing inner edge

emissions to clean for a reading

Pass 18 Oct 2011 34,734 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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FG58 DBZ 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 66.7%.

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 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 FG58 DBZ, 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.

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What year was FG58 DBZ registered?

FG58 DBZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is FG58 DBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 DBZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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