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LC58 EFS

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,660 mi
Last recorded157,660 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC58 EFS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 157,660 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 152,185 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 143,661 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 137,765 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 129,780 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 120,373 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 102,126 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 102,126 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 87,121 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2015 87,121 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 71,726 miles

N/S/F tyre has a cut across tread, not deep enough to reach cords

O/S/F fog lamp lens broken

Only 50% of upper brake light working

Pass 29 Jan 2013 56,023 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 56,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 41,438 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 EFS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey 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 EFS, 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 EFS registered?

LC58 EFS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is LC58 EFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC58 EFS 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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