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KP08 MLO

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

133,572 mi
Last recorded133,572 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 MLO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 133,572 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 127,319 miles

EML light is on

Fail 12 Apr 2017 127,316 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 127,295 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 127,295 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 111,682 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 111,282 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 85,242 miles

ADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS

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

Fail 14 Mar 2013 85,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

ADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES CLOSE TO WEAR BANDS

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 57,726 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 34,173 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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KP08 MLO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KP08 MLO, 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 KP08 MLO registered?

KP08 MLO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is KP08 MLO safe to buy?

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