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NU58 MDO

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

121,184 mi
Last recorded121,184 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU58 MDO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021 121,184 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 119,124 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH REAR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 111,314 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 106,097 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 102,759 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 102,759 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Offside Indicator switch faulty not operating lights (1.4.A.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 91,237 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Oct 2015 78,068 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

child seat fitted

Fail 13 Oct 2015 78,068 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

child seat fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2014 67,291 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 67,291 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 59,745 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 59,745 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 52,634 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 52,634 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 43,099 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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NU58 MDO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 NU58 MDO, 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 NU58 MDO registered?

NU58 MDO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is NU58 MDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU58 MDO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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