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KV08 ALU

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,325 mi
Last recorded178,325 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 ALU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 178,325 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2023 170,860 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Pass 18 Nov 2022 161,355 miles

Exhaust system corroded and leaking.

Pass 27 Nov 2021 154,416 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front shocker (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rusty and blowing

Pass 24 Nov 2020 152,540 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 151,073 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 151,073 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 141,984 miles

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

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 141,943 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively brake hose (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 128,270 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2017 128,270 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 112,537 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 112,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 102,007 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 102,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2014 91,151 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 77,765 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 68,297 miles

Emissions emitted from engine undetectable ( to low). No readout available

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Slight play in O/S steering control arm when wheels elevated from floor

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Sep 2011 44,772 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 41,513 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 ALU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ALU, 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 ALU registered?

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

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