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KU58 TDV

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

125,063 mi
Last recorded125,063 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 TDV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 125,063 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 118,852 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 118,847 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 105,562 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 95,668 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 95,649 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 85,099 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 85,098 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 82,243 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 79,578 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 73,262 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 73,261 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 66,893 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 66,861 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 61,282 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 54,938 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 54,888 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking filter area (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 45,637 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2014 42,681 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 39,144 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2011 31,040 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010

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 TDV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 TDV, 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 TDV?

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What year was KU58 TDV registered?

KU58 TDV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is KU58 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 TDV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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