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KR08 EKM

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

194,645 mi
Last recorded194,645 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2022 194,645 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 186,727 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2020 181,019 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 172,597 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 159,329 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 146,989 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 135,610 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 126,107 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 116,521 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 16 Apr 2014 116,521 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 106,374 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 88,974 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 64,479 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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KR08 EKM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KR08 EKM, 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 EKM registered?

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

Is KR08 EKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 EKM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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