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KM08 NZT

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,899 mi
Last recorded99,899 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 NZT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 99,899 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 99,899 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 98,195 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 96,398 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 96,393 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 93,414 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 85,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 75,596 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 64,822 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 64,822 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 54,483 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 46,078 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 36,704 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 27,707 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 19,147 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 NZT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NZT, 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 NZT registered?

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

Is KM08 NZT safe to buy?

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