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KS57 OBX

2008 Saab 9-3

Beige Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

108,889 mi
Last recorded108,889 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 OBX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 108,889 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 May 2021 100,324 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 96,535 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 90,547 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 May 2019 90,547 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Jun 2018 84,598 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 84,598 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2017 75,913 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 75,913 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2016 69,217 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 62,066 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 56,712 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 48,428 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 48,428 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 39,551 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 39,551 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 28,822 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 OBX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 2,000cc 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 KS57 OBX, 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 KS57 OBX registered?

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

Is KS57 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 OBX 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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