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FV58 MRY

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

120,551 mi
Last recorded120,551 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 MRY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 120,551 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

under covers and engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2018 117,407 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 112,648 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 108,753 miles

Front Number plate slighty damaged

Nearside Front Centre part of wiper blade is damaged and starting to affect drivers view recommend replacing wiper

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear Boot full preventing a full inspection of area at time of test

Fail 20 Dec 2016 108,741 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Number plate slighty damaged

Nearside Front Centre part of wiper blade is damaged and starting to affect drivers view recommend replacing wiper

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear Boot full preventing a full inspection of area at time of test

Pass 14 Dec 2015 98,428 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 98,428 miles

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 84,922 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 84,922 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 71,621 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 56,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

ns door mirror loose

Fail 8 Dec 2011 49,603 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 49,603 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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FV58 MRY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FV58 MRY, 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 FV58 MRY registered?

FV58 MRY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is FV58 MRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 MRY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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