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RV58 VSO

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,439 mi
Last recorded211,439 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 VSO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 211,439 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside and nearside lower ball joint boot perrishing

Pass 9 Dec 2021 191,034 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 174,327 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 165,600 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 165,600 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2018 154,202 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 154,202 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 143,082 miles

All four tyres worn on inner edges

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 143,078 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

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

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

All four tyres worn on inner edges

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 128,576 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 107,992 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 103,135 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 97,924 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 76,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2011 65,259 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 VSO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VSO, 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 VSO?

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What year was RV58 VSO registered?

RV58 VSO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is RV58 VSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VSO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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