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KS08 UBZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

130,288 mi
Last recorded130,288 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UBZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2024 130,288 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 120,026 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 110,001 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 109,981 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 106,605 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 97,041 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 95,408 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 95,408 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2017 93,330 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 91,944 miles

Corrosion on all 4 brake discs(particularly rear)-not affecting efficiency

Pass 20 May 2015 90,208 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 May 2014 80,672 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 2 May 2014 80,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2013 61,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 25 Apr 2013 61,296 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 11 Apr 2012 40,393 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,864 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 UBZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KS08 UBZ, 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 UBZ registered?

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

Is KS08 UBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 UBZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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