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KV08 AEP

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

88,346 mi
Last recorded88,346 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 AEP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 88,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55R16W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55R16W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Not repairable ()

Pass 26 Sep 2024 85,233 miles

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 wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 82,259 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2023 82,257 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 79,104 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 76,290 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 73,798 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 73,798 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 67,613 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 66,161 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 60,915 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 58,898 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 55,777 miles

N/S/R TYRE PERISHED ALONG TREADS

Pass 8 Apr 2014 50,865 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 42,274 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,546 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,696 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 AEP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol 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 AEP, 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 KV08 AEP?

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What year was KV08 AEP registered?

KV08 AEP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is KV08 AEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 AEP 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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