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KV58 VKH

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

189,039 mi
Last recorded189,039 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 189,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 162,921 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 140,522 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2018 140,522 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wipers smear (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 118,742 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 95,005 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape

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

washer bottle cap missing

Fail 19 Jul 2016 95,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape

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

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

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

washer bottle cap missing

Pass 7 Jul 2015 69,465 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 53,064 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2013 34,325 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 32,750 miles

rear discs slightly scored causing rear wheel to be slightly stiff

under tray fitted to vehicle. unable to fully check under engine

Fail 30 Oct 2012 32,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear discs slightly scored causing rear wheel to be slightly stiff

under tray fitted to vehicle. unable to fully check under engine

Pass 8 Nov 2011 28,347 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 VKH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VKH, 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.

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What year was KV58 VKH registered?

KV58 VKH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 December 2008.

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The MOT history for KV58 VKH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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