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KS57 OBL

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

224,782 mi
Last recorded224,782 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 OBL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 224,782 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 215,957 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 204,338 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 194,598 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 181,636 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 168,020 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 153,524 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 138,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 123,522 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 121,795 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 117,467 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 98,485 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhuast rusty

Pass 21 Mar 2014 78,445 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 53,598 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 34,579 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 34,579 miles

front tyres slightly wearing on the inner edges

Fail 14 Mar 2012 34,579 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front tyres slightly wearing on the inner edges

Pass 5 Apr 2011 23,243 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 22,098 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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KS57 OBL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KS57 OBL, 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

How do I check the history of KS57 OBL?

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What year was KS57 OBL registered?

KS57 OBL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is KS57 OBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 OBL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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