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RV58 VRT

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

74,695 mi
Last recorded74,695 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 VRT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 74,695 miles

Nearside Front tyre on 3.5mm part worn

Fail 18 Aug 2026 74,695 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre on 3.5mm part worn

Pass 14 Aug 2025 68,101 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 65,515 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 63,972 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 63,969 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 61,919 miles

offside rear tyre outer sidewall cut

Pass 17 Aug 2021 60,572 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 60,530 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 58,984 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 57,328 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 57,327 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 55,932 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 55,932 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 50,839 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 46,011 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 42,468 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE HAS DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDEWALL

Pass 13 Aug 2014 37,763 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 32,000 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 32,000 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 27,095 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 21,817 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 21,817 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)

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 VRT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VRT, 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 RV58 VRT registered?

RV58 VRT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is RV58 VRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VRT shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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