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FX58 ZCJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,932 mi
Last recorded166,932 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 ZCJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 166,932 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 166,891 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 165,100 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 162,122 miles

rear suspension beam and components corroding

Fail 9 Nov 2023 162,106 miles

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

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

rear suspension beam and components corroding

Pass 3 Nov 2022 159,503 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Also some suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside rear. Both also cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 156,631 miles

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 change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 153,623 miles

rear suspension beam corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2019 150,654 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 147,772 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 144,450 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 144,450 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 142,065 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 142,035 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 133,297 miles

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

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

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2014 117,344 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 106,100 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 106,100 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 87,386 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 87,386 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 72,240 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads getting low

nearside front antiroll bar linkage ball joint gaiter split

rear brake discs worn

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 ZCJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FX58 ZCJ, 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 FX58 ZCJ registered?

FX58 ZCJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is FX58 ZCJ safe to buy?

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