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KU58 TXF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,611 mi
Last recorded144,611 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 144,611 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 134,747 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 124,178 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 112,312 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres low 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 112,307 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres low 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 106,856 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 103,454 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 96,490 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 96,489 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 88,365 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 88,365 miles

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 80,781 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 70,768 miles

Exhaust emissions too low to register

plastic under trays fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Fail 5 Nov 2015 70,768 miles

Exhaust emissions too low to register

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

plastic under trays fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 10 Nov 2014 60,652 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 48,341 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 39,424 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 30,588 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 TXF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TXF, 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 TXF registered?

KU58 TXF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is KU58 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 TXF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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