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KU58 SLZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,893 mi
Last recorded144,893 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 SLZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 144,893 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 136,077 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 128,421 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 128,421 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 118,065 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 103,948 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 103,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 86,697 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 52,701 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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KU58 SLZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KU58 SLZ, 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 KU58 SLZ registered?

KU58 SLZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is KU58 SLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 SLZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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