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LR58 ARF

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,751 mi
Last recorded113,751 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 ARF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 113,751 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

all rear lights discoloured

Fail 7 May 2025 113,750 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

all rear lights discoloured

Pass 12 Apr 2024 100,560 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 93,420 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 85,965 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 79,253 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 68,290 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 68,286 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 57,426 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 50,400 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 42,525 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 35,997 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 29,279 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,375 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,614 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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LR58 ARF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LR58 ARF, 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 LR58 ARF registered?

LR58 ARF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is LR58 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 ARF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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