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KU58 URE

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,670 mi
Last recorded116,670 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 URE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2024 116,670 miles

General under body corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2023 112,566 miles

General under body corrosion

Pass 20 Aug 2022 108,459 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2022 108,459 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 104,201 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 99,719 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 99,702 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 93,026 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 81,342 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 70,265 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 64,392 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 58,482 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 51,875 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 44,724 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 37,529 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 30,411 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 URE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 URE, 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 URE registered?

KU58 URE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is KU58 URE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 URE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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