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KM08 SZL

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,073 mi
Last recorded97,073 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 SZL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 97,073 miles

exhaust front pipe deteriorated

Pass 1 Apr 2016 87,140 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 76,137 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 63,726 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2013 49,132 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 37,151 miles

both rear tyres getting distorted!

Fail 12 Mar 2012 37,151 miles

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres getting distorted!

Pass 31 Mar 2011 28,394 miles

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

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 SZL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SZL, 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 SZL registered?

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

Is KM08 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 SZL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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