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NC58 ARO

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

128,097 mi
Last recorded128,097 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC58 ARO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 128,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 123,653 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2025 123,650 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 120,270 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Aug 2024 120,267 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 118,157 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2023 118,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 113,511 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 108,517 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 108,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 106,376 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 101,236 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 93,564 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 93,554 miles

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

Offside Front drop link top boot damaged slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2017 86,399 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2016 76,131 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 76,125 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 67,475 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 67,475 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 56,746 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 40,388 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 39,405 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 30,186 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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NC58 ARO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 NC58 ARO, 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 NC58 ARO registered?

NC58 ARO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 December 2008.

Is NC58 ARO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC58 ARO shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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