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KM08 MBV

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

183,927 mi
Last recorded183,927 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 MBV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 183,927 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 177,628 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2020 177,618 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 173,443 miles

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 14 Jan 2019 173,431 miles

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 3 Jan 2018 167,829 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Under trays fitted

Fail 3 Jan 2018 167,829 miles

Fuel system component leaking Filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2017 162,825 miles

Nearside Front Anti roll bar link has play in ball joint.

Slight blow on exhaust

Pass 2 Sep 2015 149,741 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 2 Sep 2015 149,741 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 130,249 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 104,104 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 104,104 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 67,082 miles

ENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2011 33,667 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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KM08 MBV 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 66.7%.

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 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 KM08 MBV, 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 KM08 MBV registered?

KM08 MBV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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