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KS57 OCY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

228,140 mi
Last recorded228,140 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 OCY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 228,140 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 217,954 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 217,954 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 204,373 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 204,373 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2021 189,142 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 23 Jul 2019 170,014 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2019 170,013 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and feathered on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 166,874 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 166,873 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out of shape on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 161,459 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 156,705 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 156,705 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

screw in o/s front tyre

slight front brake judder

uneven wear to n/s rear tyre

uneven wear to o/s rear tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2015 143,463 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 125,720 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2012 99,844 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 19 Oct 2012 99,844 miles

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

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 11 Feb 2011 68,717 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Feb 2011 68,717 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 OCY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 OCY, 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 OCY registered?

KS57 OCY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is KS57 OCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 OCY shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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