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MV58 TLF

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

97,115 mi
Last recorded97,115 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV58 TLF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 97,115 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 95,184 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 85,796 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 76,508 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 66,545 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 57,514 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 52,680 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 45,100 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 35,670 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH tyres worn/stepping on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 35,670 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH tyres worn/stepping on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 32,326 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Sep 2017 32,326 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 28,652 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Aug 2016 28,652 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 25,101 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 23,038 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 20,358 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 17,564 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 13,546 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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MV58 TLF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 MV58 TLF, 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

How do I check the history of MV58 TLF?

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What year was MV58 TLF registered?

MV58 TLF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is MV58 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV58 TLF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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