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RV58 VSL

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

158,216 mi
Last recorded158,216 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 VSL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 158,216 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 158,216 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 119,124 miles

both front tyres worn low

exhaust front pipe flexy slight blow

front number plate discolouring

Fail 10 Nov 2014 119,124 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn low

exhaust front pipe flexy slight blow

front number plate discolouring

Pass 5 Nov 2013 81,264 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 81,264 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs worn / lipped slightly

front brake pads worn low

Pass 23 Oct 2012 59,791 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 47,015 miles

Both front tyres approaching tread wear limits.

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 VSL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VSL, 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.

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What year was RV58 VSL registered?

RV58 VSL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 November 2008.

Is RV58 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VSL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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