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LC58 EKJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

135,403 mi
Last recorded135,403 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 135,403 miles

Both head light beam patterns starting to weaken

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

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

Water in fuel light showing on the dash.

Fail 11 Dec 2017 135,403 miles

Emissions not tested oil level below min mark. (7.3.A.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Both head light beam patterns starting to weaken

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

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

Water in fuel light showing on the dash.

Pass 19 Dec 2016 240,052 miles

Nearside Front tyre fitted is part worn

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine light on

exhaust centre heat shield insecure

Fail 19 Dec 2016 240,052 miles

Direction indicator insecure both rear (1.4.A.2b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer walls (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine light on

exhaust centre heat shield insecure

Pass 21 Dec 2015 205,341 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Dec 2014 186,993 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 discs and pads advised

Fail 23 Dec 2014 186,993 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 discs and pads advised

Pass 21 Nov 2013 150,102 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhuast flexy pipe deteriated

Pass 14 Nov 2012 106,897 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2011 89,350 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 EKJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 EKJ, 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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LC58 EKJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 November 2008.

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