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KV08 OGG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

186,868 mi
Last recorded186,868 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 186,868 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 170,150 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 169,246 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 152,554 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 137,408 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 106,309 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 90,733 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 89,638 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 75,456 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 28 Jun 2017 75,456 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 72,624 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 68,068 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2014 61,867 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Oct 2014 61,867 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 May 2013 49,613 miles

dual mas fly wheel noisey & vibrating

Pass 27 Apr 2012 41,364 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 30,551 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 OGG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 OGG, 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 OGG registered?

KV08 OGG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is KV08 OGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 OGG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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