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HV58 FWG

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

91,860 mi
Last recorded91,860 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 FWG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 91,860 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 83,850 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 72,915 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 71,188 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 68,748 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 67,067 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osf tyre cracking in tread and 3mm in middle of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 67,067 miles

Offside Front Power steering component leaking power steering rack leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osf tyre cracking in tread and 3mm in middle of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 65,209 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 61,438 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 58,777 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 58,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 55,714 miles

exhaust emissions too clean to register

Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,208 miles

exhaust emissions to clean to register

Fail 21 Aug 2015 53,208 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

exhaust emissions to clean to register

Pass 13 Aug 2014 49,675 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 43,249 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 38,827 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 31,779 miles

A small piece of Wood is jammed in the O/S/R suspension. Not fouling any suspension or brake parts.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 31,779 miles

A small piece of Wood is jammed in the O/S/R suspension. Not fouling any suspension or brake parts.

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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HV58 FWG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HV58 FWG, 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

How do I check the history of HV58 FWG?

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What year was HV58 FWG registered?

HV58 FWG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is HV58 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 FWG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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