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OU58 XVW

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,500 mi
Last recorded77,500 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU58 XVW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 May 2024 77,500 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 76,213 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 73,788 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 71,519 miles

Front corrosion on cv joints very close to abs wires on rotation

Pass 28 Nov 2019 68,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 65,184 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 62,028 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 57,351 miles

Nearside Front Upper suspension bearing rough when rotating

Pass 18 Nov 2015 54,224 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 44,984 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 41,708 miles

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

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 37,948 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 29,999 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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OU58 XVW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OU58 XVW, 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 OU58 XVW registered?

OU58 XVW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is OU58 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU58 XVW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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