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PX58 VZE

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,035 mi
Last recorded131,035 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX58 VZE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 131,035 miles

Nearside Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 106,127 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 101,161 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 10,005 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 10,005 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 97,044 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 83,103 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 60,730 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 50,589 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 41,759 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 41,759 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PX58 VZE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PX58 VZE, 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.

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What year was PX58 VZE registered?

PX58 VZE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is PX58 VZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX58 VZE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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