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KU58 TLN

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,972 mi
Last recorded132,972 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 TLN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 132,972 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 128,035 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Oct 2019 118,940 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 107,026 miles

corrosion to exhaust

n/s/f wiper is smearing

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Fail 26 Sep 2018 107,026 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges

corrosion to exhaust

n/s/f wiper is smearing

Pass 7 Oct 2017 90,270 miles

front tyres worn close to wear markers

Pass 26 Sep 2016 75,866 miles

o/s/f tyres getting low on tread

Pass 19 Oct 2015 66,204 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 66,204 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 54,748 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 46,395 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 46,395 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 37,906 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 29,068 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 TLN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 TLN, 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 TLN?

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What year was KU58 TLN registered?

KU58 TLN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is KU58 TLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 TLN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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