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SA58 TKV

2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

156,238 mi
Last recorded156,238 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 15083,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA58 TKV
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear SE Tid 150
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 156,238 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2025 156,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 148,540 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 140,270 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 137,508 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 137,508 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 119,104 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 104,599 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 99,468 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 82,792 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 64,537 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 64,537 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 51,633 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 51,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 37,352 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 37,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 23,511 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 10,643 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150?

Based on 1,025 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
6,331
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 22
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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SA58 TKV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 83,560 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 Linear SE Tid 150 fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA58 TKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SA58 TKV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150, first registered on 28 November 2008.

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