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EX58 UTE

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

125,307 mi
Last recorded125,307 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A93,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 UTE
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Dth A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 125,307 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 121,886 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 110,866 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 101,315 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 93,669 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 89,764 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 89,754 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 88,745 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 88,735 miles

Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front headlamp adjuster is not working properly.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 87,629 miles

Under tray cover obscuring components

Pass 6 Apr 2016 85,252 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Apr 2016 85,212 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2015 82,845 miles

Both front brake discs are wearing low.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Apr 2015 82,845 miles

Both front brake discs are wearing low.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2014 79,406 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 60,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 60,477 miles

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)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 53,935 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 42,403 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A?

Based on 2,169 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,853
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Registration plate lamp not working 31
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22
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EX58 UTE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 93,011 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 Vector Sport Dth A fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX58 UTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EX58 UTE registered?

EX58 UTE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth A, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is EX58 UTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 UTE shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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