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KS08 HVY

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

113,946 mi
Last recorded113,946 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 HVY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 113,946 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 105,014 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 96,575 miles

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

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

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

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)

engine bay and undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2016 89,092 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 83,468 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 74,434 miles

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

steering column acceptable slight play via flexible joints only

Fail 2 Apr 2014 74,306 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

steering column acceptable slight play via flexible joints only

Pass 16 Apr 2013 63,045 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

brake pedal anti slip slight wear

Pass 23 Apr 2012 49,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear tyre worn (2.5mm) and has small cut in tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 33,963 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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KS08 HVY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KS08 HVY, 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 KS08 HVY?

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What year was KS08 HVY registered?

KS08 HVY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is KS08 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 HVY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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