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VU58 MHN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,755 mi
Last recorded139,755 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 MHN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 139,755 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 139,731 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 135,200 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 135,190 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 131,087 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 128,547 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 125,106 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 122,211 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 108,888 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 85,832 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 85,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 65,119 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 48,090 miles

rear discs worn

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 MHN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MHN, 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 VU58 MHN registered?

VU58 MHN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is VU58 MHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 MHN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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