2008 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · NG58 OVP
2008 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 72,719 miles. MOT expired on 26 Oct 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Oct 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,719 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG58 OVP Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2022
- 72,719 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 OVP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Saab 9-3 (NG58 OVP) between October 2022 and October 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 October 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
NG58 OVP Mileage History
- 15/10/202272,504 mi
- 22/10/202272,719 mi+215 mi
Average of roughly 11,221 miles per year across 2 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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