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KP08 MMF

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

85,942 mi
Last recorded85,942 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 MMF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 85,942 miles

Coolant leak rear of engine stained with anti freeze ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack damp just acceptable (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 85,827 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm out of shape (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm out of shape (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak rear of engine stained with anti freeze ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge abnormal wear inner edge bald on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge abnormal wear inner edge bald but cords not exposed on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack damp just acceptable (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 72,366 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 66,271 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 58,108 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 51,530 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 51,530 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2017 46,173 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 May 2017 46,170 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 May 2016 41,891 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 37,947 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 May 2015 37,943 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 32,761 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 32,759 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2013 28,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre has cuts to side wall

Fail 1 Jun 2012 22,715 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,715 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 15,469 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 15,469 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front 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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KP08 MMF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 MMF, 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 MMF registered?

KP08 MMF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is KP08 MMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 MMF shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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