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KM08 TPX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

157,904 mi
Last recorded157,904 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 157,904 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine fluid levels low ( topped up )

nearside front lower wing damaged

offside front bumper loose

slight oil leaks

Fail 11 Nov 2016 157,904 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine fluid levels low ( topped up )

nearside front lower wing damaged

offside front bumper loose

slight oil leaks

Pass 6 Nov 2015 120,556 miles

oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2014 78,647 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 70,624 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 70,624 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 65,860 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,751 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 16,751 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2011 30,670 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 TPX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 TPX, 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

How do I check the history of KM08 TPX?

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What year was KM08 TPX registered?

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

Is KM08 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 TPX shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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