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FL58 OTT

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

200,533 mi
Last recorded200,533 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 200,533 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Check in 1500 miles (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 191,937 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 187,952 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 187,948 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side very low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Central Front Undertray likely to become detached undertray insecure (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 174,967 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer edge of tyre worn

Pass 26 Jul 2019 165,155 miles

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

oil leak [suspect drive shaft seal]

Pass 27 Jul 2018 150,205 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 134,994 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 119,207 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 104,177 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 87,634 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 70,124 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 57,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edged.

Pass 19 Jul 2011 48,097 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers and shields fitted

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 OTT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OTT, 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 OTT?

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What year was FL58 OTT registered?

FL58 OTT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is FL58 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 OTT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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