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NU58 TRX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

144,826 mi
Last recorded144,826 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU58 TRX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 144,826 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 144,826 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 129,503 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 129,436 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 110,888 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 110,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 92,530 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 92,520 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 77,598 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 76,937 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 76,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 17 Nov 2012 70,550 miles

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

Small cuts in nsr tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2012 70,550 miles

Small cuts in nsr tyre

Pass 4 Nov 2011 63,833 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 TRX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 TRX, 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 TRX registered?

NU58 TRX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 November 2008.

Is NU58 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU58 TRX shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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