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KV58 RLX

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,328 mi
Last recorded172,328 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 RLX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 172,328 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 157,338 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 157,328 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 150,048 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 150,030 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 139,329 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 May 2018 125,472 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 110,705 miles

Front discs starting to corrode

Rear discs wearing

Pass 23 Apr 2016 105,648 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 105,648 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 101,140 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 94,132 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 94,132 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 85,275 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 78,639 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 69,323 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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KV58 RLX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 KV58 RLX, 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

How do I check the history of KV58 RLX?

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What year was KV58 RLX registered?

KV58 RLX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is KV58 RLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 RLX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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