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RV58 WUK

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,510 mi
Last recorded177,510 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 WUK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 177,510 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 169,985 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 162,995 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 154,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 143,728 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 138,736 miles

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

tyre pressure monitoring light on

Fail 6 Jul 2017 138,736 miles

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

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

tyre pressure monitoring light on

Pass 17 Jun 2016 128,407 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 128,406 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 117,086 miles

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

slight dampness at bottom of steering rack pinion

tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 18 Jul 2015 117,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight dampness at bottom of steering rack pinion

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 30 Aug 2014 105,098 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 78,494 miles

Plastic outer sill covers fitted.

Pass 5 Sep 2012 64,528 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 49,298 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 WUK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol 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 WUK, 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 WUK registered?

RV58 WUK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is RV58 WUK safe to buy?

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