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VU58 MJY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

103,293 mi
Last recorded103,293 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 103,293 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 93,573 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 80,899 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 80,899 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Emission too low

Pass 11 Sep 2016 72,893 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 69,149 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2015 69,149 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 64,562 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 60,012 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 54,012 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 30,392 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 MJY 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 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 VU58 MJY, 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 VU58 MJY registered?

VU58 MJY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 September 2008.

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The MOT history for VU58 MJY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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