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KM08 MDK

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

90,694 mi
Last recorded90,694 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 MDK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 90,694 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2025 88,822 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 87,213 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 87,213 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 83,849 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 74,071 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 71,290 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 68,652 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 65,081 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))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 65,081 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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 29 Mar 2018 61,246 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 57,195 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 52,703 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 45,709 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 45,709 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 40,044 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 35,341 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,984 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 23,706 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 MDK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KM08 MDK, 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 KM08 MDK registered?

KM08 MDK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is KM08 MDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 MDK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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