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KM08 TKE

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

179,093 mi
Last recorded179,093 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 TKE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 179,093 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 147,696 miles

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 136,883 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 125,037 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 116,038 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 110,399 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 104,990 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 2 May 2015 96,927 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 2 May 2015 96,927 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 84,679 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 65,247 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 60,078 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 43,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 43,328 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 TKE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TKE, 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 TKE registered?

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

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