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KU58 TLZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,566 mi
Last recorded119,566 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 TLZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 119,566 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 114,971 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 108,079 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 103,594 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2022 103,593 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 99,733 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 97,849 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 91,987 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 78,772 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 68,621 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 58,353 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 52,333 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 52,333 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 46,739 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 46,739 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 40,727 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 35,060 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 29,486 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 TLZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TLZ, 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

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What year was KU58 TLZ registered?

KU58 TLZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is KU58 TLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 TLZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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