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KU58 UFV

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

193,046 mi
Last recorded193,046 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 193,046 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 186,168 miles

offside front coil spring lower coil end missing but still located

Pass 5 Nov 2020 175,533 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 164,610 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 164,421 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 164,163 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2018 154,728 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 143,208 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 136,313 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Sep 2015 123,844 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 110,354 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 93,288 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 93,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre worn on the very inner edge

Pass 8 Sep 2012 77,475 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fit not allowing full inspection

Fail 7 Sep 2011 60,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 60,357 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 UFV is a 2008 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 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 UFV, 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 UFV registered?

KU58 UFV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is KU58 UFV safe to buy?

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