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NG58 ZCJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,655 mi
Last recorded54,655 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG58 ZCJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 54,655 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Jan 2014 54,654 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 43,897 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2012 33,767 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front and rear number plates starting to discolour

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 ZCJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 ZCJ, 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 ZCJ registered?

NG58 ZCJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is NG58 ZCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG58 ZCJ shows 4 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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