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KU57 YTV

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

108,813 mi
Last recorded108,813 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU57 YTV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 108,813 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 94,102 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 94,099 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 82,254 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 81,359 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 79,506 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 79,505 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 76,449 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 73,155 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 70,590 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 67,673 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 65,772 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 63,446 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 63,446 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 58,224 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 49,791 miles

item removed from interior mirror for mot

Pass 10 Oct 2012 41,703 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Oct 2011 32,607 miles

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

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

nearside rear seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2010 22,591 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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KU57 YTV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KU57 YTV, 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 KU57 YTV?

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What year was KU57 YTV registered?

KU57 YTV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is KU57 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU57 YTV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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