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KU08 LBV

2008 Saab 9-3

Beige Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

152,184 mi
Last recorded152,184 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 LBV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 152,184 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 141,941 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2017 141,941 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 129,813 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 117,671 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 107,545 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 93,852 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 92,182 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 64,214 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 31,318 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 25,652 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 LBV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KU08 LBV, 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.

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What year was KU08 LBV registered?

KU08 LBV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 LBV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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