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AF58 TVL

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

120,853 mi
Last recorded120,853 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 TVL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 120,853 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2025 120,853 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 104,468 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Oct 2023 99,092 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 99,092 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 95,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2022 95,469 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arch, inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlight lenses (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 90,946 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 90,946 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 87,225 miles

oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2019 83,390 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 78,389 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 78,379 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

advise to get brake fluid replaced before next MOT

Pass 26 Oct 2016 67,151 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexible pipe (7.1.2)

battery cover fitted

engine top cover fitted

engine under tray fitted

front and rear wheel arch liners fitted

Fail 25 Oct 2016 67,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexible pipe (7.1.2)

battery cover fitted

engine top cover fitted

engine under tray fitted

front and rear wheel arch liners fitted

service indicator on display

Pass 26 Sep 2015 60,940 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe blowing (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2015 60,940 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe blowing (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 50,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 42,782 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AF58 TVL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 AF58 TVL, 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

How do I check the history of AF58 TVL?

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What year was AF58 TVL registered?

AF58 TVL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is AF58 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 TVL shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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