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KR08 EMF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

134,280 mi
Last recorded134,280 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 EMF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 134,280 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 128,492 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 117,320 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 108,589 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 101,786 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

both rear tyres treads out of shape

rear brake discs & brake pads worn

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2018 93,679 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 82,572 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 75,489 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Nov 2015 68,792 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 68,774 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 62,258 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 62,254 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 55,924 miles

wipers smear slightly

Fail 2 Aug 2013 55,887 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

wipers smear slightly

Pass 15 Apr 2013 53,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2012 47,099 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 40,425 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 EMF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EMF, 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 EMF registered?

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

Is KR08 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 EMF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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