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KU58 UPO

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,029 mi
Last recorded164,029 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 164,029 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear binding on manual check

Rear both reg lamps dim

Pass 7 Jul 2022 159,557 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 151,873 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 145,864 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 140,383 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 140,381 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 131,254 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 131,157 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 124,601 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 116,456 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 112,758 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 98,998 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 80,977 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 68,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

air con condensor poor

all brake discs are worn

rear tyres are worn

Pass 9 Jul 2012 68,974 miles

air con condensor poor

all brake discs are worn

rear tyres are worn

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 UPO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UPO, 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 UPO registered?

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

Is KU58 UPO safe to buy?

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