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KV08 OHB

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

173,372 mi
Last recorded173,372 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 OHB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 173,372 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (BOTH SIDES) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (BOTH SIDES) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (BOTH SIDES) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 161,899 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear axle slight surface corrosion

Pass 4 May 2017 149,443 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 117,387 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 110,237 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 20 Apr 2015 110,237 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 17 Oct 2014 105,611 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 103,884 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 99,619 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 95,452 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 94,452 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 81,725 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 67,321 miles

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

offside front tyre getting low

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 OHB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OHB, 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 OHB registered?

KV08 OHB is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is KV08 OHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 OHB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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