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KN57 NRJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,547 mi
Last recorded50,547 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN57 NRJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 50,547 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2026 49,298 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 49,195 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 49,145 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 48,705 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 48,253 miles

Dampness around area of fuel filter

Pass 21 Jan 2022 44,398 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 38,589 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 35,253 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 35,253 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front & Rear incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 30,860 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 30,494 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 30,176 miles

Offside Front wiper starting to smear

both rear tyres starting to crack / perish in tread

Pass 19 Jan 2016 29,939 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 29,635 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 28,680 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 28,680 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 28,098 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 27,541 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 26,018 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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KN57 NRJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KN57 NRJ, 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 KN57 NRJ registered?

KN57 NRJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is KN57 NRJ safe to buy?

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