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DV08 KFY

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,814 mi
Last recorded58,814 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 KFY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 58,814 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 58,814 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2018 53,266 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 46,188 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 42,620 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 42,620 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 37,367 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 33,261 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 28,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Apr 2012 24,592 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Apr 2012 24,592 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,717 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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DV08 KFY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DV08 KFY, 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.

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What year was DV08 KFY registered?

DV08 KFY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is DV08 KFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 KFY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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