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FL58 OLT

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,170 mi
Last recorded51,170 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 OLT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 51,170 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 48,413 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 45,958 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 43,335 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 40,476 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wish bone (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 38,249 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 36,799 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 36,745 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 36,204 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 36,204 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 36,060 miles

Front brake discs rusting

Rear brake discs rusting

Pass 21 Oct 2014 35,881 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 35,237 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 35,209 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 33,222 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 27,396 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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FL58 OLT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FL58 OLT, 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 FL58 OLT registered?

FL58 OLT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is FL58 OLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 OLT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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