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FL58 OTC

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

150,828 mi
Last recorded150,828 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 OTC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 150,828 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 150,828 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 141,465 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 141,465 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 123,850 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear brake caliper retaining spring

Fail 6 Dec 2018 123,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear brake caliper retaining spring

Pass 21 Dec 2017 108,849 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2017 108,849 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release central (5.2.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 90,178 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 90,178 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 71,800 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 59,922 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 59,922 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 51,643 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 51,643 miles

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

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

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

centre exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 11 Dec 2012 42,317 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 42,317 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 29,449 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 OTC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 OTC, 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 OTC registered?

FL58 OTC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 December 2008.

Is FL58 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 OTC shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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