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LG58 CAA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,723 mi
Last recorded138,723 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 CAA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 138,723 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2025 138,692 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 136,358 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 134,345 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2023 134,333 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 132,856 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 131,748 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 128,856 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 121,282 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 113,462 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 105,073 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 97,208 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 88,240 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 88,231 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 80,570 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 73,911 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 65,493 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 45,364 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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LG58 CAA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LG58 CAA, 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 LG58 CAA registered?

LG58 CAA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 October 2008.

Is LG58 CAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG58 CAA shows 18 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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