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LC58 EFJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,182 mi
Last recorded82,182 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 82,182 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 81,775 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 81,775 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front disc discoloured [orange]

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

heavy corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 12 Dec 2019 77,309 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 68,520 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 62,606 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi /deteriorated (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake discs/worn,scored

Pass 7 Dec 2016 56,963 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 2 Dec 2015 51,135 miles

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Fail 1 Dec 2015 51,135 miles

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

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

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2014 44,393 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 44,393 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 37,856 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 31,710 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 26,094 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 EFJ 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 EFJ, 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 EFJ registered?

LC58 EFJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is LC58 EFJ safe to buy?

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