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KS08 OWG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,862 mi
Last recorded149,862 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 149,862 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 148,608 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 146,435 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 143,272 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 142,287 miles

Splits in sidewall of n/s/f tyre. cords not showing

Fail 27 Jan 2016 142,287 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

split in sidewall of n/s/f tyre. cords not showing

Pass 26 Jan 2015 140,068 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 140,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 124,297 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 May 2012 90,859 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 May 2012 90,859 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 67,030 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 OWG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KS08 OWG, 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 OWG registered?

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

Is KS08 OWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 OWG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS08 OWG have outstanding finance?

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