CarVerify

Free Car Check

SA58 TCU

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

88,475 mi
Last recorded88,475 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA58 TCU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 88,475 miles

advice on front drop links

advice on front flexy exhaust pipe slight blow

advice on further look at an n/s/r brake

Fail 30 Sep 2017 88,475 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

advice on front drop links

advice on front flexy exhaust pipe slight blow

advice on further look at an n/s/r brake

Pass 10 Oct 2016 71,742 miles

advice keep eye on front tyers

advice on front wipers

Fail 10 Oct 2016 71,742 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advice keep eye on front tyers

advice on front wipers

Pass 15 Sep 2015 58,214 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 49,605 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 40,489 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 40,489 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,835 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2011 21,660 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SA58 TCU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SA58 TCU, 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 SA58 TCU?

You can check the full history of SA58 TCU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SA58 TCU registered?

SA58 TCU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SA58 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA58 TCU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SA58 TCU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SA58 TCU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.