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KM08 TNF

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

184,826 mi
Last recorded184,826 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 TNF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 184,826 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

rear underbody corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2023 181,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 172,883 miles

N/S & OFF/S side Skirts fitted.

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2022 172,879 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

N/S & OFF/S side Skirts fitted.

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 162,447 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

sill cover fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2019 125,874 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 122,004 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 117,282 miles

front drop links have slight play

Pass 2 Aug 2017 116,842 miles

Chip In Windscreen

Engine Covers Fitted & Under Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components From Inspection

Exhaust System Corroded But Not Leaking Gas

Front & Nearside Rear Jacking Pads Missing

Offside Rear Suspension Coil Spring Slight Corrosion

Tested In Wet Conditions

Pass 2 Jul 2016 110,693 miles

Both Front Of Sills Slight Damage & Jack Point Blocks Missing

Chips In Windscreen

Engine Covers Fitted & Outer Sills Covered Obscuring Some Components

Exhaust System Corroded But Not Leaking Gas

Nearside Rear Jack Point Block Missing

Pass 3 Jul 2015 100,579 miles

n/s/r tyre bald on inner edge and tread very low.

o/s/r tyrebald on inner edge and tread on legal limit.

Pass 14 Jun 2014 88,135 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 88,135 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 65,476 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake pad is getting low

rear tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 13 Jul 2012 50,288 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 36,142 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 36,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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 TNF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 TNF, 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 TNF registered?

KM08 TNF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is KM08 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 TNF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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