2008 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · NG58 OTT
2008 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 89,170 miles. MOT expired on 05 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,170 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG58 OTT Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/12/2022
- 89,170 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NG58 OTT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Saab 9-3 (NG58 OTT) between January 2022 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
NG58 OTT Mileage History
- 07/01/202285,955 mi
- 07/01/202285,956 mi+1 mi
- 06/12/202289,170 mi+3,214 mi
Average of roughly 3,524 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 NG
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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SAAB 9-3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2008 model year cars.
- CIM (Column Integration Module) FailureSerious
The module in the steering column fails, leading to key non-recognition or stability control errors.
- Rear Suspension "Rose Bush" WearModerate
The outer bushings on the rear trailing arms wear out, causing the rear wheels to "steer" the car.
- Intake Valve Wear (Cold Start)Serious
2007-2009 petrol models can suffer from soft intake valves that lose compression when cold.
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