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KS57 UGK

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,198 mi
Last recorded54,198 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 UGK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 54,198 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 52,978 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 50,564 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 48,462 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 46,445 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 43,357 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 42,292 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2019 39,618 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2019 39,618 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 36,593 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 35,843 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 35,843 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2016 28,833 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 28,559 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 26,690 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 23,896 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 20,814 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 17,781 miles

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

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 UGK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UGK, 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 UGK registered?

KS57 UGK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is KS57 UGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 UGK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS57 UGK have outstanding finance?

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