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KU08 TBX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

70,513 mi
Last recorded70,513 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 TBX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 70,513 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 57,445 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 57,100 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 57,099 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 56,611 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 54,718 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 53,463 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 53,462 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 52,232 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 47,991 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 43,684 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 38,547 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 38,547 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 32,743 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,272 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 19,743 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Jul 2011 19,738 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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 TBX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TBX, 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 TBX?

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What year was KU08 TBX registered?

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

Is KU08 TBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 TBX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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