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KW08 BYS

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

191,332 mi
Last recorded191,332 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 BYS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 191,332 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 186,378 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 179,567 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 161,723 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 161,723 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking [union pipe in secure at steering rack] (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 156,898 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 156,898 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 150,177 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 144,247 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 Jan 2018 144,247 miles

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

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

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 134,059 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 120,486 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 103,940 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2014 84,044 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2013 65,098 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 45,142 miles

offside/nearside front tyre wearing low

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2011 34,765 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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KW08 BYS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 KW08 BYS, 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 KW08 BYS registered?

KW08 BYS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is KW08 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 BYS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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