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LR58 VBZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,857 mi
Last recorded142,857 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 VBZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 142,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 134,987 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 123,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 112,934 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 100,249 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 86,790 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible joint (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 75,131 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 62,806 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 62,806 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 50,727 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 39,579 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 32,640 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 VBZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VBZ, 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 VBZ registered?

LR58 VBZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is LR58 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 VBZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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