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VU58 VXD

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

149,165 mi
Last recorded149,165 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 149,165 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 143,676 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 135,594 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 125,424 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2022 125,424 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 119,858 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 114,992 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 111,476 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 106,634 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 101,581 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 94,509 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 94,504 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 86,684 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 75,802 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 65,466 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 53,509 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damiged

Pass 10 Aug 2011 39,640 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 VXD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 VXD, 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 VXD registered?

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

Is VU58 VXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 VXD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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