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FL58 OPV

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,735 mi
Last recorded97,735 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 OPV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 97,735 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 97,733 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 88,681 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 17 Feb 2018 88,681 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Aug 2016 76,812 miles

FRONT REGISTRATION PLATE SLIGHTLY MISREAD

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

Pass 30 May 2015 67,413 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 59,867 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 52,458 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 44,812 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 OPV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OPV, 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 FL58 OPV?

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What year was FL58 OPV registered?

FL58 OPV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is FL58 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 OPV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL58 OPV have outstanding finance?

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