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FX58 ZBR

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,135 mi
Last recorded136,135 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 ZBR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 136,135 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 134,078 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 132,165 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 130,011 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 127,850 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 125,936 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 123,101 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 120,621 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 117,997 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 114,687 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt clasp cover missing

Fail 15 Aug 2017 114,687 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt clasp cover missing

Pass 4 Aug 2016 112,095 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 108,496 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 103,257 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 103,255 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 97,831 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 67,744 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 43,818 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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FX58 ZBR is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FX58 ZBR, 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 FX58 ZBR registered?

FX58 ZBR is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FX58 ZBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 ZBR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX58 ZBR have outstanding finance?

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