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LG58 CEN

2008 Saab 9-3

Yellow Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,169 mi
Last recorded82,169 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 CEN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 82,169 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both 10 Years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components.

Pass 15 Nov 2024 79,370 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 77,952 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 76,154 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 74,554 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 74,551 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 71,785 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 69,254 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 67,536 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 65,954 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 60,915 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 43,946 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,160 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 32,059 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 19,460 miles

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge

n/s rear tyre getting low

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 CEN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CEN, 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 CEN registered?

LG58 CEN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is LG58 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG58 CEN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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