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RF58 RZK

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

153,137 mi
Last recorded153,137 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF58 RZK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 153,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 133,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 127,891 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 124,041 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 117,779 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 117,779 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking @ filter housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 110,118 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 110,118 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 98,033 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 81,699 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 64,280 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 64,280 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 63,042 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 55,304 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 47,834 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2013 36,031 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 30,754 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 24,235 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2011 24,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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RF58 RZK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RF58 RZK, 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 RF58 RZK registered?

RF58 RZK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is RF58 RZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF58 RZK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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