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SD58 GXR

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

149,226 mi
Last recorded149,226 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD58 GXR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 149,226 miles

all brake pads wearing thin

slight corrosion to underside and exposed components

Pass 4 Aug 2017 134,998 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 130,713 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 126,860 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 109,006 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 81,475 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight oil leak

Fail 10 Dec 2013 81,475 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel filter corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight oil leak

uneven tyre wear

Pass 6 Sep 2012 64,455 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 64,455 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 55,465 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 55,465 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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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SD58 GXR is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SD58 GXR, 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.

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What year was SD58 GXR registered?

SD58 GXR is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SD58 GXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD58 GXR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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