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RV58 VRO

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

139,226 mi
Last recorded139,226 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 VRO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 139,226 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 131,831 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 122,841 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 122,041 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 120,922 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 120,922 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 120,077 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 117,904 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 104,850 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 87,951 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 78,163 miles

both rear bump stops cracked/perished

operation of nearside rear seat belt not checked due to fitment of child seat

Pass 8 Sep 2015 67,590 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 67,590 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 58,413 miles

nearside rear tyre out of shape/tread low

offside rear tyre out of shape

slight play in both front roll bar link arms

Fail 2 Sep 2014 58,413 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

nearside rear tyre out of shape/tread low

offside rear tyre out of shape

slight play in both front roll bar link arms

Pass 2 Sep 2013 47,810 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

slight play in both front anti roll bar link arms

Pass 28 Aug 2012 37,386 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 37,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 27,560 miles

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

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

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 VRO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver 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 RV58 VRO, 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 VRO?

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What year was RV58 VRO registered?

RV58 VRO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is RV58 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VRO 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.

Does RV58 VRO have outstanding finance?

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