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OV58 CTZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,556 mi
Last recorded125,556 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 CTZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 125,556 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 27 Nov 2023 125,550 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 119,873 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 119,873 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2021 117,981 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 116,394 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 115,694 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns rear tyre wearing on inner edges and starting to perish and crack (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 114,092 miles

Front exhaust slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre starting to perish and crack slightly

Pass 25 Oct 2017 114,086 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 112,530 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 107,967 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 99,075 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 89,166 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 81,335 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 68,040 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 60,169 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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OV58 CTZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OV58 CTZ, 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 OV58 CTZ registered?

OV58 CTZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is OV58 CTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV58 CTZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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