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KU08 EYG

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,314 mi
Last recorded133,314 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 EYG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 133,314 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule osf,osr,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Lower vehicle has an oil leak,advise

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to limit,inner and outer edges worn,advise (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2019 133,312 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule osf,osr,advise (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Lower vehicle has an oil leak,advise

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to limit,inner and outer edges worn,advise (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured advise (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 124,797 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 112,441 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 112,439 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 107,648 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Feb 2016 100,481 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 85,290 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 85,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 81,467 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 81,467 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 73,207 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 73,207 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 63,986 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 55,990 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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KU08 EYG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KU08 EYG, 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 KU08 EYG registered?

KU08 EYG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is KU08 EYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 EYG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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