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LR58 AYW

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

136,082 mi
Last recorded136,082 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 AYW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2023 136,082 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

tap over n/s/r wheel arch

Pass 16 Sep 2022 125,626 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

park brake poor

Pass 3 Aug 2021 113,820 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 111,079 miles

General vehicle condition corroded on underside brakepipes corroded

Fail 20 Oct 2020 111,076 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

General vehicle condition corroded on underside brakepipes corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2019 105,235 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 105,233 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to rotate t check wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 98,351 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Oct 2018 98,349 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 91,665 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 84,510 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 75,522 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 64,136 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise n/s front lower splash tray insecure

Pass 16 Oct 2013 55,735 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 55,734 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 45,671 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 45,663 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,006 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 AYW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LR58 AYW, 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 AYW registered?

LR58 AYW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 September 2008.

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