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LC58 EKE

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,888 mi
Last recorded159,888 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 159,888 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 159,888 miles

Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 154,602 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 128,516 miles

front exhaust flexy outer skin

Pass 18 Jun 2013 89,237 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 31,893 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 EKE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EKE, 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 EKE registered?

LC58 EKE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is LC58 EKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC58 EKE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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