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KU58 SXS

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,258 mi
Last recorded108,258 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 SXS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 108,258 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 108,258 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 108,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 91,586 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 91,586 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 80,536 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 80,536 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 75,934 miles

child seat fitted

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre has splits in inner and outer side walls

Pass 26 Mar 2015 68,123 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 68,099 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 62,439 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 48,966 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 37,296 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2011 28,961 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 SXS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SXS, 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 KU58 SXS?

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What year was KU58 SXS registered?

KU58 SXS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is KU58 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 SXS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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