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KT08 AEX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

131,383 mi
Last recorded131,383 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 AEX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 131,383 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 124,419 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 122,994 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 113,684 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 113,684 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 99,681 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 98,022 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Jul 2019 94,246 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 89,925 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 89,923 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 86,792 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 82,422 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 76,836 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 67,547 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cannot see front or rear brake pads

Pass 31 Oct 2013 62,821 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 10 Oct 2012 51,523 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 42,046 miles

Nearside front seat belt catch plastic cover loose

No emissions print out because emissions level too low for machine to record

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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KT08 AEX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KT08 AEX, 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 KT08 AEX?

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What year was KT08 AEX registered?

KT08 AEX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is KT08 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 AEX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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