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KL08 TLO

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,034 mi
Last recorded115,034 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 TLO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2024 115,034 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 10 May 2024 114,401 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 113,440 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 111,824 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 109,975 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 108,599 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 104,024 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 97,998 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 92,857 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 83,174 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 70,925 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 63,679 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 57,972 miles

Front brake discs corroded on edges

Nearside front brake dragging slightly

Nearside rear parking brake lever not returning to stop

Offside rear lower suspension rubber bush deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 26 Mar 2012 51,143 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 41,226 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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KL08 TLO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KL08 TLO, 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 KL08 TLO registered?

KL08 TLO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is KL08 TLO safe to buy?

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