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KV58 VKA

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

186,596 mi
Last recorded186,596 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 VKA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 186,596 miles

front head lights beam image slightly distorted

surface corrosion on underbody and front and rear subframes

Pass 26 Apr 2018 180,561 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 180,559 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 171,684 miles

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

front brake discs corroded and worn

Fail 31 Mar 2017 171,684 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 30 Mar 2016 160,213 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2016 160,212 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 144,921 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 123,398 miles

ADVISE CHILD SEAT FITTED O/S/R

Fail 2 Apr 2014 123,398 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

ADVISE CHILD SEAT FITTED O/S/R

Pass 7 May 2013 103,084 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 80,497 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 61,559 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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KV58 VKA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KV58 VKA, 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

How do I check the history of KV58 VKA?

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What year was KV58 VKA registered?

KV58 VKA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 October 2008.

Is KV58 VKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 VKA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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