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VU58 XSO

2008 Saab 9-3

Beige Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,664 mi
Last recorded127,664 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 XSO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2019 127,664 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 102,006 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 96,741 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 80,827 miles

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)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 73,130 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 58,774 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 43,331 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 28,091 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 XSO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 XSO, 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 XSO registered?

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

Is VU58 XSO safe to buy?

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