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RV58 TMX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,178 mi
Last recorded80,178 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 TMX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 80,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 73,589 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 67,300 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 63,954 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 60,110 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside 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 11 Jan 2021 57,025 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jan 2020 54,601 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 54,599 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 51,737 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 49,583 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 47,900 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 37,061 miles

no emissions detected at time of test.

Pass 17 Sep 2015 35,178 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 35,178 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 28,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust emissions tested but to clean to register

front discs worn

front pads getting low

Pass 23 Sep 2013 23,078 miles

both front tyres worn on both edges

Pass 17 Sep 2012 17,789 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 12,911 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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RV58 TMX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RV58 TMX, 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 RV58 TMX?

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What year was RV58 TMX registered?

RV58 TMX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 September 2008.

Is RV58 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 TMX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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