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LD58 UMC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,437 mi
Last recorded98,437 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 98,437 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 93,247 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 87,200 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2019 87,199 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 78,125 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017

n/s front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 2 Feb 2016 55,723 miles

parking brake efficiency only just met/17%/ it appears it may need adjustment or repair

Pass 10 Feb 2015 51,708 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 46,645 miles

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 27 Nov 2012 39,320 miles

nearside front tyre on 2.5mm

Fail 24 Nov 2012 39,320 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre on 2.5mm

Pass 29 Nov 2011 34,007 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 33,537 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 UMC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UMC, 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 UMC registered?

LD58 UMC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is LD58 UMC safe to buy?

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