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RV58 VSN

2008 Saab 9-3

Green Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

198,479 mi
Last recorded198,479 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 VSN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 198,479 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 196,093 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 187,531 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 187,231 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 166,146 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 133,317 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 133,317 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 119,084 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 108,947 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 108,947 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 97,510 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 VSN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VSN, 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 VSN registered?

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

Is RV58 VSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VSN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV58 VSN have outstanding finance?

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