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FX58 ZDD

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,260 mi
Last recorded108,260 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 ZDD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 108,260 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 108,260 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached top mountings corroded away aluminium both sides (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 101,517 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 94,499 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 94,499 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 88,634 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 82,225 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 77,493 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

front flexi exhaust slight blow

Pass 9 Sep 2019 74,333 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 67,933 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 61,356 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 56,060 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 53,037 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 53,029 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 47,001 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 10 Sep 2013 39,204 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 31,519 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,790 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 ZDD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZDD, 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 ZDD registered?

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

Is FX58 ZDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 ZDD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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