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NG58 ZDR

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

170,980 mi
Last recorded170,980 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 170,980 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule greased (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Dec 2025 170,972 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system at calliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule greased (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 165,822 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 160,617 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 160,607 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 156,160 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 151,574 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 144,032 miles

vehicle fitted with undertrays which prevent the inspection of certain items

Pass 23 Dec 2019 137,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 137,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 128,063 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 121,593 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 110,677 miles

Covers fitted to top and bottom engine bay and under body obscuring inspection of testable items

Pass 24 Feb 2016 99,143 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 99,142 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 84,430 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 71,368 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 71,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 56,341 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2012 42,380 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 40,736 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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NG58 ZDR 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 76.2%.

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 NG58 ZDR, 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 ZDR registered?

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

Is NG58 ZDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG58 ZDR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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