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KR08 ENL

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

123,340 mi
Last recorded123,340 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 ENL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 123,340 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 102,265 miles

engine light on

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 27 Sep 2016 102,204 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow from flexi-joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

transmission noise

Pass 6 Oct 2015 90,108 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 90,108 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 77,172 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 60,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2013 60,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2012 45,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre is perished

no acceleration detected

Fail 3 May 2012 45,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre is perished

no acceleration detected

Pass 26 Apr 2011 36,040 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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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KR08 ENL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue 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 KR08 ENL, 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

How do I check the history of KR08 ENL?

You can check the full history of KR08 ENL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KR08 ENL registered?

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

Is KR08 ENL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 ENL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR08 ENL have outstanding finance?

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