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KU58 TLX

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,131 mi
Last recorded48,131 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 TLX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 48,131 miles

All four brake discs rusty

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 47,855 miles

Front Brake discs rusty

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

Pass 11 Jan 2021 47,564 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

front discs rusty

Fail 11 Jan 2021 47,564 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

front discs rusty

Pass 16 Jan 2020 47,257 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2020 47,257 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 46,699 miles

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

Front brake discs corroded

Offside Front mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 5 Jan 2018 46,182 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jan 2018 46,182 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 45,745 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 45,094 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 45,094 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 44,476 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking in tread

o/s/r tyre cracking in tread

Pass 16 Jan 2014 43,721 miles

no reading on smoke test.

both rear tyres bald on edges.

Pass 22 Jan 2013 42,676 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 40,646 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 TLX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 79,194 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 TLX, 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 17 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU58 TLX registered?

KU58 TLX is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 January 2009.

Is KU58 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 TLX shows 16 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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