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LC58 EGK

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

189,619 mi
Last recorded189,619 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC58 EGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 189,619 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 181,822 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 168,885 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 157,502 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 157,501 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 147,405 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 140,540 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section where the 1 pipe splits into 2 (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 140,492 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 131,530 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

advise fuel filter wet

Pass 11 Dec 2018 114,925 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 6 Dec 2018 114,716 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 102,716 miles

Both front tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 27 Jan 2017 95,636 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 83,297 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 71,293 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Dec 2014 71,201 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2013 58,409 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 20 Dec 2012 44,281 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 44,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 28 Nov 2011 36,195 miles

Rear brake disc,s pitted

Exhaust emmisions to low to obtain result

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

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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LC58 EGK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EGK, 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 EGK registered?

LC58 EGK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is LC58 EGK safe to buy?

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