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FX58 ZCA

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

165,123 mi
Last recorded165,123 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 ZCA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2020 165,123 miles

Nearside Rear (handbrake need adjustment and repair)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 139,584 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 126,099 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 125,954 miles

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

Rear tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 7 Nov 2016 115,637 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 101,379 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 98,378 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 98,378 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 94,846 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 76,686 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 59,727 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 ZCA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZCA, 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 ZCA registered?

FX58 ZCA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 November 2008.

Is FX58 ZCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 ZCA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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