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KM08 THX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,102 mi
Last recorded139,102 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 139,102 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 134,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 134,227 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 129,422 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 129,169 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 125,359 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 120,503 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 115,472 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Jul 2020 110,608 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 May 2019 105,470 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 94,376 miles

Zero Smoke

Pass 10 May 2017 88,127 miles

under trays fitted. engine and sills.

Pass 5 May 2016 79,254 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 73,616 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 73,616 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 2 May 2014 63,473 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 54,091 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 44,549 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 35,195 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 THX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 THX, 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.

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What year was KM08 THX registered?

KM08 THX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is KM08 THX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 THX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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