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KU08 LSE

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,438 mi
Last recorded49,438 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 LSE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 49,438 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 48,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 48,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 47,103 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 46,606 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 45,769 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 43,466 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 41,846 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Rear number plate deteriorating

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 27 Jan 2017 40,611 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing

Pass 8 Mar 2016 38,314 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 30,280 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 23,613 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 20,097 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 15,075 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 15,075 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 13,816 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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 LSE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LSE, 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

How do I check the history of KU08 LSE?

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What year was KU08 LSE registered?

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

Is KU08 LSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 LSE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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