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FV58 MTE

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

107,089 mi
Last recorded107,089 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 MTE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 107,089 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 97,022 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 97,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 90,134 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 90,097 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking Filter area at rear (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 84,758 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 84,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 80,335 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 80,335 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 74,689 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 74,687 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 70,958 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 70,958 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 64,391 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 51,216 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 36,103 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 MTE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MTE, 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 FV58 MTE?

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What year was FV58 MTE registered?

FV58 MTE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is FV58 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 MTE shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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