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KU58 SYC

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,469 mi
Last recorded115,469 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 SYC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 115,469 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 110,193 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 102,278 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 102,278 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 96,893 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 91,569 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 87,768 miles

Exhaust system rear heat shield unsecure

Fail 23 Oct 2020 87,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system rear heat shield unsecure

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 83,510 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 79,435 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 73,794 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 67,822 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside drive shaft oil seal weaping

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 67,384 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside drive shaft oil seal weaping

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 58,391 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 50,285 miles

o/s rear tyre cracking

Pass 19 Aug 2013 43,301 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 31,569 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 31,569 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2011 26,637 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 26,637 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 SYC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SYC, 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 SYC?

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What year was KU58 SYC registered?

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

Is KU58 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 SYC shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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