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KU58 TRV

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,653 mi
Last recorded118,653 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 TRV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 118,653 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 107,405 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front lower arm ball joint that conects to hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Jan 2024 98,135 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 88,882 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 84,707 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 79,088 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 75,162 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 73,772 miles

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))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 66,820 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 59,352 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 51,644 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 43,775 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 39,900 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 39,900 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 34,014 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 29,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too clean to register on test

Fail 30 Aug 2012 29,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too clean to register on test

Pass 26 Aug 2011 24,748 miles

diesel smoke emissions to clean for tester to pick up a reading

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 TRV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TRV, 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 TRV?

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What year was KU58 TRV registered?

KU58 TRV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is KU58 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 TRV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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