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KM08 UWW

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

143,797 mi
Last recorded143,797 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 143,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering fluid leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2025 143,719 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering fluid leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 137,404 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 133,284 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 119,046 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 107,430 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 107,427 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad down to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad down to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2020 95,873 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 95,682 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 76,237 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 63,333 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 63,333 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/r tyre damaged on outer side wall advise changing

Pass 30 Mar 2017 49,464 miles

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

both front tyres have no tread on inner edges advise changing and tracking 225/45/17

Pass 8 Apr 2016 38,927 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 35,024 miles

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

rear discs scored slightly

Pass 7 Apr 2014 29,882 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 23,802 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,722 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 12,865 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 UWW 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 78.9%.

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 UWW, 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 UWW registered?

KM08 UWW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KM08 UWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 UWW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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