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RV58 VRP

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,486 mi
Last recorded79,486 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 VRP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 79,486 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 79,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 76,927 miles

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

Nearside Front dip beam dim

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advice rear discs scored

Fail 29 Sep 2016 76,927 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Front dip beam dim

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advice rear discs scored

Pass 1 Oct 2015 73,708 miles

Front brake pads look low

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 1 Oct 2014 68,483 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 61,158 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 55,292 miles

n/s/f drop link arm has small split in boot

n/s/f o/s/f tyres close to limit

n/s/r o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 28 Sep 2011 46,005 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 VRP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RV58 VRP, 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 VRP?

You can check the full history of RV58 VRP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RV58 VRP registered?

RV58 VRP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is RV58 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VRP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV58 VRP have outstanding finance?

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