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KS08 UAK

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,433 mi
Last recorded101,433 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UAK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 101,433 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust flexy pipe showing some deterioration (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 99,238 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe flexy joint showing some deterioration (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 94,630 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust flex showing some deterioration (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 90,587 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flex joint showing some deterioration (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 87,287 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy joint showing some deterioration (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 84,006 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe flex showing some deterioration (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 82,498 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 78,347 miles

Front exhaust pipe flex joint showing some deterioration

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear brake discs are showing some wear/scoring

Pass 6 Aug 2018 71,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine undertray fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

plastic sill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of floor pan

Pass 9 Aug 2017 66,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flex joint showing some deterioration (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 66,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flex joint showing some deterioration (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen n/s and o/s (1.8.B.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 57,484 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 49,843 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 43,333 miles

FRONT INNER BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING LOW THIS IS A VISUAL CHECK ONLY.

FRONT TYRES ARE WORN DOWN TO 3.0mm.

REAR TYRES ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF WEARING OUT OF THERE NATURAL SHAPE ON THE INNER TREAD AREAS.

Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,431 miles

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

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

REAR TYRES ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF WEARING OUT OF THERE NATURAL SHAPE ON THE INNER TREAD AREAS.

Fail 8 Aug 2012 31,560 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 31,560 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 27,591 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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KS08 UAK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KS08 UAK, 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

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What year was KS08 UAK registered?

KS08 UAK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is KS08 UAK safe to buy?

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