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VU58 MGY

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,483 mi
Last recorded105,483 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 MGY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 105,483 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 105,483 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 86,128 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 58,035 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,154 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 26,976 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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VU58 MGY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VU58 MGY, 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

How do I check the history of VU58 MGY?

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What year was VU58 MGY registered?

VU58 MGY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is VU58 MGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 MGY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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