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LD58 FZC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

202,283 mi
Last recorded202,283 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 FZC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 202,283 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security prescribed areas and both rear wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 202,283 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security prescribed areas and both rear wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 191,274 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 174,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm and out of shape inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 3/4mm ()

Fail 2 Nov 2017 174,656 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm and out of shape inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 3/4mm ()

Pass 21 Oct 2016 161,122 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 161,122 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 140,716 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 140,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 122,316 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 104,961 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 84,445 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 68,670 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 68,670 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

front and rear discs corroded

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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LD58 FZC 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 64.3%.

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 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 LD58 FZC, 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 LD58 FZC registered?

LD58 FZC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 October 2008.

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