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KV58 VJJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

224,116 mi
Last recorded224,116 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 VJJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 224,116 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

handbrake reserve high

osr arch corroded

Pass 5 Oct 2019 202,317 miles

Nearside Front (Side Mirror cover outer slightly damaged).

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (Outer Wall). (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (Outer Wall). (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 181,788 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 160,290 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 147,691 miles

exhaust heatsheild insecure and rattling

Fail 23 Sep 2016 147,691 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working Both lamps (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Bulb refitted correctly (L.m) (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust heatsheild insecure and rattling

Pass 29 Sep 2015 138,317 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 118,840 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

nearside rear droplink has slight play

Pass 9 Oct 2013 89,282 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 69,702 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 37,421 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 VJJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KV58 VJJ, 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 VJJ registered?

KV58 VJJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is KV58 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 VJJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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