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VU58 XSM

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

126,693 mi
Last recorded126,693 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 126,693 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 126,661 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 123,103 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak Gearbox/driveshaft seal, nearside. ()

Fail 13 Dec 2017 122,774 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement Brake stuck on (3.5.1k)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Oil leak Oil mist from gearbox output shaft ()

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

Nearside Rear 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 9 Nov 2016 107,971 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 107,971 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 89,856 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 89,856 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 76,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 62,196 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 46,041 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 46,041 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 31,171 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 XSM 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 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XSM, 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 XSM registered?

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

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