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KS08 YPX

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

169,471 mi
Last recorded169,471 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 YPX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 169,471 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 147,516 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 126,511 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 116,849 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 116,849 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2020 103,696 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 88,154 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 72,241 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 69,200 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall has been repaired

Pass 21 May 2016 65,439 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 55,698 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 47,628 miles

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

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

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

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

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 29 May 2014 47,628 miles

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

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

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

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 31 May 2013 39,459 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 28,918 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 18,593 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 YPX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YPX, 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 YPX?

You can check the full history of KS08 YPX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KS08 YPX registered?

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

Is KS08 YPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 YPX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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