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NG58 ZGY

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

155,746 mi
Last recorded155,746 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2022 155,746 miles

Engine slightly noise

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jan 2022 155,678 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Engine slightly noise

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 151,223 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 138,265 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 117,806 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 104,162 miles

Front brake pad and disc wear

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Rear brake pad and disc wear

Rear fog light operation fault

handbrake efficiecy just ok. for MOT

Pass 14 Nov 2016 92,214 miles

front brake pad and disc wear

plastic covers fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2015 78,619 miles

front discs slightly worn

rear brake discs worn and rusty

Pass 24 Nov 2014 64,395 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 49,907 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 35,288 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 23,468 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 ZGY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ZGY, 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.

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What year was NG58 ZGY registered?

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

Is NG58 ZGY safe to buy?

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