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LD58 GEK

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,976 mi
Last recorded141,976 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 GEK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 141,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Missing. ()

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Nov 2020 108,008 miles

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 82,148 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 71,639 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewalls damaged, possibly driven while under inflated. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 71,638 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter area. (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewalls damaged, possibly driven while under inflated. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 65,490 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 60,671 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 55,330 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 51,776 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 48,043 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 43,949 miles

near side rear tyre is bald on the inner edge

Pass 16 Dec 2011 39,030 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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LD58 GEK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LD58 GEK, 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 GEK registered?

LD58 GEK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is LD58 GEK safe to buy?

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