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NU58 TRZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,689 mi
Last recorded149,689 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 149,689 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

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

Fail 1 Nov 2019 149,689 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 146,937 miles

Engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 31 Oct 2016 140,092 miles

both front tyres worn

steering rack boot wet but no leak found

Fail 31 Oct 2016 140,092 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

both front tyres worn

brake pads worn

steering rack boot wet but no leak found

Pass 30 Oct 2015 135,161 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 129,665 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 129,630 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

n/s/f fog light lens broken

n/s/f wiper rubber split

Pass 5 Oct 2013 114,102 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 92,134 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 73,813 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 73,813 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 TRZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TRZ, 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 TRZ registered?

NU58 TRZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is NU58 TRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU58 TRZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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