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KV08 AYM

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

65,686 mi
Last recorded65,686 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 AYM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 65,686 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2025 62,672 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 62,122 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 59,350 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 55,714 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 55,714 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 53,187 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 49,277 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Oct 2017 45,520 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 43,290 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 36,928 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 36,928 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

the nearside rear brake light is inopp

the nearside rear outer side light is inopp

Fail 24 Nov 2014 30,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 30,678 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 28,062 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 24,479 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 20,095 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 AYM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AYM, 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 AYM registered?

KV08 AYM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is KV08 AYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 AYM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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