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KS08 UEB

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,278 mi
Last recorded123,278 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 123,278 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 114,656 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 20 Mar 2025 114,640 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 106,697 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 96,238 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH OF TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH OF TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 86,618 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 79,025 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 73,873 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 62,132 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 61,938 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 55,536 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 55,481 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 51,742 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 42,351 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 29,228 miles

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

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

Pass 25 Sep 2014 29,228 miles

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

Fail 8 Oct 2013 22,808 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 22,808 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 21,789 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 18,989 miles

both front tyres are getting worn.

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 UEB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UEB, 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 UEB registered?

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

Is KS08 UEB safe to buy?

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