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KS08 UCP

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

148,909 mi
Last recorded148,909 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UCP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 148,909 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 148,829 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit vin plate value is 0.50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

service due message on dash ...under trays fitted obscuring some items ...

Pass 22 Jun 2020 138,264 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 127,447 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 127,447 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 110,895 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 92,637 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 92,635 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 76,634 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 76,634 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 67,276 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 67,276 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2014 57,308 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 49,549 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 40,192 miles

offside wiper fraying in centre

Pass 23 May 2011 30,052 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 UCP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 UCP, 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.

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What year was KS08 UCP registered?

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

Is KS08 UCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 UCP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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