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SG58 XMD

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,856 mi
Last recorded134,856 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG58 XMD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 134,856 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust fixing loose after dpf filter, tightened

Fail 22 May 2020 134,856 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel fixing loose n/s/r & o/s/r have 1 nut each loose, tightened (5.2.1 (a) (i))

exhaust fixing loose after dpf filter, tightened

Pass 2 Mar 2019 126,568 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 119,716 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 113,454 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread wearing slightly uneven on inside edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' not in line of vison (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' light scratches (8.3.1d)

engine covers and under trays fitted

exhaust emissions too clean to give a reading

Pass 24 Aug 2015 106,033 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 97,584 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 88,801 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2013 88,801 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 77,045 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 64,469 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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SG58 XMD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SG58 XMD, 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 SG58 XMD registered?

SG58 XMD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SG58 XMD safe to buy?

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