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KU58 UEG

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

153,203 mi
Last recorded153,203 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 UEG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 153,203 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 141,473 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 129,283 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 116,472 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 16 Nov 2017 111,692 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 111,692 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 105,805 miles

front brake pads and discs rather worn.

Fail 8 Sep 2016 105,781 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

front brake pads and discs rather worn.

Pass 8 Sep 2015 98,635 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 90,010 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 90,010 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 72,653 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 50,950 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 33,290 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 33,290 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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 UEG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 UEG, 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 UEG registered?

KU58 UEG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 September 2008.

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