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KV08 ABO

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

142,032 mi
Last recorded142,032 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 ABO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 142,032 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 Nov 2024 139,158 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 21 Nov 2024 139,158 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 8 Dec 2023 136,178 miles

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

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 inner and outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 20 Dec 2022 133,523 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer heat shield not fully secured

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 9 Dec 2021 132,098 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 11 Dec 2020 130,511 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 28 May 2019 127,489 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 123,965 miles

Exhaust system coroded

Pass 21 Jun 2017 120,344 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2017 120,344 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 108,241 miles

Engine bay covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2015 98,023 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 88,512 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 19 Jun 2013 76,149 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 21 Jun 2012 63,438 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 46,730 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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KV08 ABO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver 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 KV08 ABO, 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 KV08 ABO registered?

KV08 ABO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KV08 ABO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 ABO 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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