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FV58 MTX

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,192 mi
Last recorded134,192 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 MTX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 134,192 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 134,151 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 116,032 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 116,027 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 98,607 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 80,615 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 64,202 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 62,486 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 62,063 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 62,063 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 54,642 miles

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

exhaust front flexi section deteriorated and slight blow

exhaust rear heatshield loose

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 10 Jan 2015 50,694 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust front flexi section beginning to deteriorate

n/s/r tyre tread 3mm and worn on edges and perishing

o/s/r shock absorber top mount cracked

o/s/r tyre worn on edges and perishing

Pass 20 Jan 2014 46,868 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 41,011 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 31,776 miles

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

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 MTX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV58 MTX, 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 FV58 MTX registered?

FV58 MTX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 December 2008.

Is FV58 MTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 MTX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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