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KM08 THZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,471 mi
Last recorded147,471 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 THZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2016 147,471 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

airbag light does not illuminate when ignition is turned on

handbrake only just met required efficiency

o/s/f suspension top mount slight knock when rotating steering

Pass 19 Aug 2015 126,510 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 106,443 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 88,486 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 67,088 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 49,603 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 49,603 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 THZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 THZ, 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 THZ registered?

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

Is KM08 THZ safe to buy?

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