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KR08 UCN

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

159,467 mi
Last recorded159,467 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 UCN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 159,467 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 143,987 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 124,798 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 105,093 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 89,367 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 73,972 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 70,592 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 67,069 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 63,469 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 59,736 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 56,075 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 52,213 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 48,275 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 42,000 miles

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

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

both rear tyres going out of shape

Pass 20 Apr 2012 33,293 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,937 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 23,937 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 UCN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 UCN, 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 KR08 UCN registered?

KR08 UCN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is KR08 UCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 UCN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR08 UCN have outstanding finance?

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