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LC58 EEX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

171,436 mi
Last recorded171,436 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2026 171,436 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 171,271 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 157,834 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 157,642 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 145,702 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 137,791 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 130,790 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 115,522 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 112,039 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 111,864 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 102,673 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 102,673 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 91,711 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 81,501 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 72,064 miles

Slight corrosion to exhaust.Front flexible joint deteriorated slightly

Fail 16 Sep 2014 71,903 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Locking wheel bolts worn

Slight corrosion to exhaust.Front flexible joint deteriorated slightly

Fail 28 Aug 2013 62,330 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 62,330 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 57,103 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 50,505 miles

drivers seat belt does not fully retract

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 EEX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LC58 EEX, 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 LC58 EEX registered?

LC58 EEX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is LC58 EEX safe to buy?

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