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KS08 YME

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

212,696 mi
Last recorded212,696 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 YME
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 212,696 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 199,421 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 185,420 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 170,593 miles

Coolant leak Rear of engine ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front / rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 154,690 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 143,770 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Abnormal tyre edge wear -bald no cord showing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Abnormal tyre edge wear - bald no cord showing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 138,975 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 121,040 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 121,040 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 103,413 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 86,172 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 67,382 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,813 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 35,204 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

emissions too clean for a reading

n/s/f tyre slight cut in sidewall

Pass 27 Mar 2013 19,136 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 18,622 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 17,692 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 YME is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YME, 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.

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What year was KS08 YME registered?

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

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