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VU58 VWK

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,531 mi
Last recorded160,531 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 160,531 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 153,880 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 148,564 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 140,526 miles

undertrays prevent full inspection

Pass 25 Jan 2022 127,441 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides rusting through (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 113,950 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 107,183 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 102,485 miles

vehicle underside corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2017 94,171 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 85,189 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 77,501 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 69,263 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 58,424 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 49,670 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2012 42,848 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 35,814 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 VWK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VWK, 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 VWK registered?

VU58 VWK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is VU58 VWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 VWK shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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