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RV58 VSU

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,464 mi
Last recorded93,464 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 93,464 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 86,457 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 80,056 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 75,666 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front and o/s/r. (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Oct 2015 75,468 miles

coil spring broken both front (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front and o/s/r. (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 67,996 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2013 61,744 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 54,345 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 44,117 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r brake discs very heavily scored

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 VSU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VSU, 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 VSU?

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What year was RV58 VSU registered?

RV58 VSU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is RV58 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VSU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV58 VSU have outstanding finance?

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