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LR58 VBT

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

158,923 mi
Last recorded158,923 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 VBT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 158,923 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 158,914 miles

engine management light on.

Pass 26 Aug 2014 104,621 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Aug 2014 104,621 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 80,434 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 80,434 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

surface rust inner and outer face front and rear discs

Pass 6 Sep 2011 73,770 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2011 73,770 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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 VBT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VBT, 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 VBT registered?

LR58 VBT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is LR58 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 VBT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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