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NG58 OVP

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,719 mi
Last recorded72,719 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG58 OVP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 72,719 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test device holder relocated from centre of windscreen out of drivers view forward ()

Fail 15 Oct 2022 72,504 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test device holder relocated from centre of windscreen out of drivers view forward ()

Pass 20 Oct 2021 66,364 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 63,404 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 62,628 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 60,130 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 60,130 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 56,744 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 54,039 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 51,746 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 51,746 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 49,826 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 49,826 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 42,867 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2012 36,268 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Nov 2011 30,223 miles

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

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 OVP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OVP, 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 NG58 OVP registered?

NG58 OVP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 December 2008.

Is NG58 OVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG58 OVP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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