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LM58 GCX

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

187,307 mi
Last recorded187,307 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 GCX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 187,307 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 175,422 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 160,945 miles

Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 155,786 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 141,804 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 142,793 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 139,732 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2017 139,732 miles

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

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 131,365 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 121,132 miles

Centre Rear exhaust mounting rusty condition

Pass 17 Nov 2014 112,025 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 112,023 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 101,494 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 91,280 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 79,541 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 79,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

battery not holding charge

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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LM58 GCX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LM58 GCX, 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 LM58 GCX registered?

LM58 GCX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is LM58 GCX safe to buy?

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