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RV58 VUS

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

149,770 mi
Last recorded149,770 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 149,770 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 126,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit! (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 115,175 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 112,761 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 108,811 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 108,806 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 102,549 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 98,922 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 94,904 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 86,891 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 79,562 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 76,284 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 68,027 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 60,943 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 50,145 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 39,774 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 VUS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VUS, 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 VUS?

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What year was RV58 VUS registered?

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

Is RV58 VUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 VUS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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