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KV58 RMZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

153,656 mi
Last recorded153,656 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 RMZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 153,656 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 153,629 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front front for lamps not working

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 150,800 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 138,930 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 131,322 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 131,314 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively renewed wiper blade. (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively renewed wiper blade. (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 115,411 miles

Rear rear tyres split around inner edge but not to cords ADV change asap

Rear rear tyres split around inner edge but not to cords ADV change asap

Smoke emissions only just met requirements

Pass 9 Dec 2015 99,085 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 88,271 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 82,610 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 81,160 miles

nearside rear tyre has 2 nails in it.

Fail 31 Oct 2012 81,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear tyre has 2 nails in it.

Pass 9 Dec 2011 60,897 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 60,897 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KV58 RMZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 RMZ, 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 KV58 RMZ registered?

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

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