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KS08 YLL

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,296 mi
Last recorded70,296 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 YLL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 70,296 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2017 63,885 miles

Nearside Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 58,759 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 52,909 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 52,909 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 47,257 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 47,257 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 40,746 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 32,004 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 24,697 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 YLL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YLL, 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 YLL?

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What year was KS08 YLL registered?

KS08 YLL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is KS08 YLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 YLL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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