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SA58 TJZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,130 mi
Last recorded117,130 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA58 TJZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2022 117,130 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 103,381 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 97,079 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 87,410 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 81,603 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 81,590 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2018 76,046 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 74,234 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 74,234 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 65,118 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 29 Dec 2014 57,349 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 57,349 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 51,592 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 48,167 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 45,399 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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SA58 TJZ 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 SA58 TJZ, 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 SA58 TJZ registered?

SA58 TJZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is SA58 TJZ safe to buy?

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