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LC58 EEV

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,112 mi
Last recorded121,112 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC58 EEV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 121,112 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 108,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 108,666 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking injectors/splill pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 92,920 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2020 92,912 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2018 79,956 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 74,976 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 74,571 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 65,623 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 55,743 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 50,994 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 43,870 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 38,786 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 5 Dec 2011 33,395 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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LC58 EEV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LC58 EEV, 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 LC58 EEV registered?

LC58 EEV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is LC58 EEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC58 EEV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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