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KU58 TGK

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

177,263 mi
Last recorded177,263 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 177,263 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 161,558 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 145,694 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 138,787 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 132,387 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 129,429 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 129,252 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 127,674 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 127,626 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 120,857 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 120,800 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 110,414 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 110,414 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 106,388 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 91,658 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 69,426 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 56,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s rear tyre wearing on inside edge and starting to crack

Pass 10 Oct 2012 47,207 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2011 38,107 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 TGK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 TGK, 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.

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What year was KU58 TGK registered?

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

Is KU58 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 TGK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU58 TGK have outstanding finance?

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