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KB57 ZZA

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

146,090 mi
Last recorded146,090 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB57 ZZA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 146,090 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))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 143,581 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 138,585 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 128,404 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 116,559 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 103,811 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 99,887 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 90,845 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 81,041 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 81,041 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 72,442 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 64,213 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 64,213 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 56,501 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 51,555 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KB57 ZZA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KB57 ZZA, 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 KB57 ZZA registered?

KB57 ZZA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is KB57 ZZA safe to buy?

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