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KS08 YOY

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

78,755 mi
Last recorded78,755 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 YOY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 78,755 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 75,362 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 72,473 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 29 Jul 2024 72,473 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 70,364 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 67,048 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 63,019 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 59,835 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 57,906 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 57,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 55,417 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 55,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2017 53,228 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 50,426 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 46,468 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside front tyer wearing on inner and outer sholder edges (not showing cords yet)

offside rear tyer showing age cracks in tread patten (not showing cords)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 42,297 miles

offside front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 12 Jul 2013 38,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre has a deep cut on outer sidewall (not showing cords)

Pass 18 May 2012 33,910 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2011 26,862 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 YOY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YOY, 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 YOY registered?

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

Is KS08 YOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 YOY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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