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KS08 OWC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,390 mi
Last recorded177,390 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 OWC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 177,390 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 166,736 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 166,736 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 147,553 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 144,841 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 139,506 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 133,608 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner rear pads wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 127,183 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 123,642 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 123,621 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 119,028 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 108,091 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2012 91,950 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 25 Jun 2012 91,950 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 73,443 miles

Offside Front 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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KS08 OWC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OWC, 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 KS08 OWC registered?

KS08 OWC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is KS08 OWC safe to buy?

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