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KM08 OAA

2008 Saab 9-3

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

164,653 mi
Last recorded164,653 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 OAA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 164,653 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 160,524 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 154,631 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 144,641 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 134,637 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view top corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 134,637 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view top corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 129,269 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 118,815 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 109,586 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 96,375 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 65,134 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 65,134 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 49,624 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 39,456 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 27,529 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 18,201 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,448 miles

Advise near side front dip beam dull.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 OAA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OAA, 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 OAA registered?

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

Is KM08 OAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 OAA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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