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VU58 XRJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,098 mi
Last recorded131,098 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 XRJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 131,098 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 120,211 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 108,741 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight cut

no emissions readings

Pass 8 Sep 2017 104,540 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 104,540 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 90,811 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 82,985 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 2 Sep 2015 82,974 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2014 71,752 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 60,575 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edge

Pass 30 Aug 2012 48,897 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 41,149 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 XRJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 XRJ, 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 XRJ registered?

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

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