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LG58 CAX

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,415 mi
Last recorded166,415 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 CAX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 166,415 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 160,142 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Aug 2019 160,126 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Aug 2018 154,499 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 154,494 miles

Front Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick x binding (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2017 142,531 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 129,082 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front brake disc scored

both rear brake discs are lipped due to wear

both rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges

engine management fault warning lamp is on

Fail 15 Aug 2016 129,082 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front brake disc scored

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear brake discs are lipped due to wear

both rear tyres worn on inner and outer edges

engine management fault warning lamp is on

Pass 8 Aug 2015 117,673 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 102,846 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 89,326 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 89,325 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 82,172 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 71,034 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 CAX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LG58 CAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG58 CAX registered?

LG58 CAX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is LG58 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG58 CAX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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