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NX58 RCZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

247,596 mi
Last recorded247,596 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX58 RCZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 247,596 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 232,067 miles

advise drivers door window not working

Pass 2 Dec 2014 227,021 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 226,510 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2014 208,690 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 170,953 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 170,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 125,755 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 128,574 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

water leak

Pass 13 Sep 2010 86,565 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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NX58 RCZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NX58 RCZ, 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 NX58 RCZ registered?

NX58 RCZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is NX58 RCZ safe to buy?

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