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FL58 OPJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

177,344 mi
Last recorded177,344 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 OPJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 177,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Mar 2017 177,344 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Mar 2016 164,556 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 149,336 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S/F wiper condition poor. Inbalance to front brakes but met the criteria at time of test.

Pass 3 Mar 2015 149,336 miles

N/S/F wiper condition poor. Inbalance to front brakes but met the criteria at time of test.

Pass 25 Feb 2014 134,380 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 117,155 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 105,097 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 105,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 97,546 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 OPJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey 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 FL58 OPJ, 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 OPJ registered?

FL58 OPJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is FL58 OPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 OPJ 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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