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FL58 OSX

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,074 mi
Last recorded108,074 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 OSX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 108,074 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2022 108,047 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 106,851 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 106,849 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 103,800 miles

Offside Rear brake anti rattle spring missing

Pass 2 Jan 2019 96,255 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 88,515 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 78,803 miles

Nearside Front seat belt retracts slowly

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

Pass 2 Jan 2016 69,033 miles

Offside Front small gouge osf tyre

Pass 3 Dec 2014 57,933 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 43,447 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 32,674 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 32,674 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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 6 Dec 2011 23,564 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 OSX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OSX, 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

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What year was FL58 OSX registered?

FL58 OSX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is FL58 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 OSX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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