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KV08 AFJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

74,273 mi
Last recorded74,273 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 AFJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 74,273 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 74,273 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 58,809 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 56,181 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 48,067 miles

power steering level at min oil level

Fail 11 Jul 2014 48,067 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

power steering level at min oil level

slight brake bind nearside rear brake

Pass 19 Jul 2013 37,972 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 28,999 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,749 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 19,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 19,521 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 AFJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AFJ, 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 AFJ registered?

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

Is KV08 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 AFJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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