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KM08 NYX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

64,883 mi
Last recorded64,883 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 NYX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 64,883 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak visible over gearbox casing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 64,877 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak visible over gearbox casing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 63,733 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded Lower coils starting to corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre toward outer sidewall ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Lower coils starting to corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox dampp offside driveshaft seal appears to be weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 62,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 60,840 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 60,835 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 60,006 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 59,405 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre outer edge ()

Pass 21 Feb 2018 58,884 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 58,884 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 52,250 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 44,344 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 36,012 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 30,513 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 24,236 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 17,746 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 10,582 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 NYX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NYX, 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

How do I check the history of KM08 NYX?

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What year was KM08 NYX registered?

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

Is KM08 NYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 NYX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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