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KM08 RPX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,422 mi
Last recorded115,422 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 115,422 miles

Bumper damaged but not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted(popped out at top no sharp edges)

Offside Front wing mirror slightly discolored

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

both rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2025 112,674 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH N/S AND O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 109,086 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened generally corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 108,460 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 108,050 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs in poor condition (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all tyres sidewalls cracking

Pass 20 Mar 2021 107,796 miles

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

tyres perished and cracking no cords showing at present

Pass 21 Mar 2020 103,300 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 100,545 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 100,545 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 96,967 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2017 94,396 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 90,862 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 87,427 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 78,596 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 65,316 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 52,476 miles

both rear tyres cracked and perished

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 26 Mar 2011 40,863 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres are cracked and perished 4 years old

Fail 26 Mar 2011 40,863 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres are cracked and perished 4 years old

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 RPX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RPX, 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 RPX registered?

KM08 RPX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KM08 RPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 RPX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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