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SG58 XMP

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

155,232 mi
Last recorded155,232 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG58 XMP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 155,232 miles

Centre exhaust join slight blow

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 149,211 miles

oil leaks

rear suspension very rusty

Pass 18 Feb 2021 147,325 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 147,325 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 141,361 miles

rear suspension mounts very rusty

Fail 19 Feb 2020 141,120 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

rear suspension mounts very rusty

Pass 25 Feb 2019 129,257 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2019 129,105 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 117,768 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars and has cut on inner sidewall (4.1.E.1)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 117,768 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure top mount fractured (2.7.2b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) in rack (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering rack (2.3.3b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars and has cut on inner sidewall (4.1.E.1)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 106,377 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 98,874 miles

rear brake discs are lipped

Fail 30 Sep 2016 98,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel system component leaking filter, under vehicle (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords LANVIGATOR 225/45ZR18 W XL (4.1.D.1a)

rear brake discs are lipped

Pass 3 Aug 2015 77,827 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 77,827 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 57,405 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 42,484 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 36,321 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 36,321 miles

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

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

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 XMP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 SG58 XMP, 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 SG58 XMP registered?

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

Is SG58 XMP safe to buy?

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