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KR08 EKK

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

181,739 mi
Last recorded181,739 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 EKK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 181,739 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 144,934 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 127,609 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

the offside and nearside front tyres are worn on the inner edges however due to the stepped pattern/design the wear does not encroach what is classed as the centre 3/4 of the tread

Pass 26 Mar 2014 109,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Mar 2014 109,185 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

noise from nsr wheel when going anti clock wise

Pass 27 Mar 2013 90,270 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 90,270 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nsr tyre no tread on inner edge

Pass 28 Mar 2012 74,462 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 74,462 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 56,474 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner edges.

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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KR08 EKK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KR08 EKK, 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.

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What year was KR08 EKK registered?

KR08 EKK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is KR08 EKK safe to buy?

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