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KS08 UCD

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,069 mi
Last recorded81,069 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UCD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 81,069 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 81,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2025 77,124 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 71,600 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 70,572 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 68,696 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 66,143 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 63,926 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 59,875 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 54,007 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 49,922 miles

wear on inner and outer edges of tread on offside front Tyre

Pass 16 May 2016 45,415 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 45,415 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge of tread (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2015 39,754 miles

superficial cut in outer sidewall of nearside front Tyre

Pass 6 May 2014 34,307 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 34,305 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 28,111 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 24,478 miles

cut in outer sidewall of offside front Tyre

rear Brake pads starting to get low

small cut in outer sidewll of nearside front Tyre

Pass 21 Apr 2011 16,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

cut in outer sidewall of nearside front Tyre

tread on offside front Tyre low

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 UCD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 UCD, 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 UCD registered?

KS08 UCD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is KS08 UCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 UCD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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