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NG58 OVN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,094 mi
Last recorded96,094 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG58 OVN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 96,094 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 92,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 3 Dec 2024 92,015 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 88,640 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 85,891 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 82,862 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2021 82,860 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2020 79,472 miles

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

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

near side front fog lamp damaged

Fail 3 Dec 2020 79,472 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

near side front fog lamp damaged

Pass 10 Dec 2019 76,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front fog lamp damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 76,259 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front fog lamp damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 69,299 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

N/S/R tyre valve perished

Sill covers fitted not allowing full corrosion inspection

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Pass 28 Nov 2017 67,202 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 65,173 miles

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

nsf tyre worn on edge

Pass 19 Nov 2015 56,832 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 54,522 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 54,522 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 46,449 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 38,028 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 29,853 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 1 Dec 2011 29,853 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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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NG58 OVN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NG58 OVN, 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 NG58 OVN?

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What year was NG58 OVN registered?

NG58 OVN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is NG58 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG58 OVN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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