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KV08 AOJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

150,216 mi
Last recorded150,216 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 AOJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 150,216 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 138,221 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 138,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 127,706 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 127,706 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 119,480 miles

nsf tyre has cuts not very deep to reach the cords or ply

Fail 25 Feb 2015 119,480 miles

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

nsf tyre has cuts not very deep to reach the cords or ply

Fail 23 Feb 2015 119,433 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 110,245 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

damage near side front bumper

front inner brake pads not visable

Fail 22 Feb 2014 110,245 miles

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

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

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

damage near side front bumper

front inner brake pads not visable

Pass 22 Feb 2013 92,083 miles

uneven wear rear tyres

Pass 12 Mar 2012 74,473 miles

heavy uneven wear off side front tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2011 56,960 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 AOJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AOJ, 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 AOJ registered?

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

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The MOT history for KV08 AOJ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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