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LR58 XLA

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

180,085 mi
Last recorded180,085 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 180,085 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 168,380 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Aug 2022 146,403 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 115,054 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 85,469 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 58,895 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 56,733 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 53,521 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 53,521 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 51,136 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 49,138 miles

Offside Rear Nail in offside rear tyre.

Pass 26 Sep 2014 42,882 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Sep 2014 42,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre has cracks in tread pattern (not showing cords)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 34,830 miles

nearside rear tyre has age cracks in tread pattern (not showing cords)

offside rear tyre has age cracks in tread pattern (not showing cords)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 26,808 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 19,472 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

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 XLA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 XLA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR58 XLA registered?

LR58 XLA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is LR58 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 XLA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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