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RJ58 SWU

2008 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,150 mi
Last recorded64,150 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 SWU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2025 64,150 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 60,767 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 57,629 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 53,522 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 48,959 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 45,712 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 43,055 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 38,653 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 35,272 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 30,874 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 26,317 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 21,892 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 18,813 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 13,939 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 12,449 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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RJ58 SWU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RJ58 SWU, 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

How do I check the history of RJ58 SWU?

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What year was RJ58 SWU registered?

RJ58 SWU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is RJ58 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ58 SWU shows 15 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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