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NG58 ZFW

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

148,226 mi
Last recorded148,226 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG58 ZFW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2024 148,226 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 142,842 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 135,487 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 130,297 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 127,038 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2020 127,032 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 121,321 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2019 121,321 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 115,155 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 107,668 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 96,810 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 84,906 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 71,598 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 71,598 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 58,811 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 45,368 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 ZFW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ZFW, 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 ZFW registered?

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

Is NG58 ZFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG58 ZFW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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