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KS08 TZN

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,505 mi
Last recorded115,505 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 TZN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 115,505 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 109,837 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2025 109,837 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 104,181 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 101,215 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 95,752 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 90,560 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 85,550 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 85,550 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 78,884 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 78,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 68,112 miles

n/s/f drop link has some play

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and on limit

o/s/f tyre near limit

unable to test rear belts due to obstruction

Pass 31 Oct 2016 53,441 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 42,174 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 33,139 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 25,243 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 19,901 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 14,671 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)

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 TZN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TZN, 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 TZN?

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What year was KS08 TZN registered?

KS08 TZN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is KS08 TZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 TZN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS08 TZN have outstanding finance?

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