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K2 ETB

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,464 mi
Last recorded35,464 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK2 ETB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 35,464 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 34,591 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 33,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front drop link, dust covers cracked

Pass 15 Feb 2023 33,053 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 32,337 miles

Rear both rear tyres have flat spots inner edge

Pass 1 Feb 2021 31,560 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE

Pass 3 Feb 2020 31,196 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 29,808 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 29,808 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 27,541 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 25,091 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 21,692 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 18,969 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 16,371 miles

both front tyres getting low

Pass 18 Feb 2013 12,873 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 10,373 miles

VISABLE BODY DAMAGE IN O/S FRONT WING AND BUMPER.

Fail 27 Feb 2012 10,373 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

VISABLE BODY DAMAGE IN O/S FRONT WING AND BUMPER.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 6,783 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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K2 ETB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 K2 ETB, 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 K2 ETB registered?

K2 ETB is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 January 2008.

Is K2 ETB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K2 ETB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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