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KW08 FWS

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

172,178 mi
Last recorded172,178 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 FWS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 172,178 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 172,178 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2019 158,791 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 158,791 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 May 2018 146,045 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 133,810 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 133,809 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 116,236 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 May 2015 102,137 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 102,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 88,159 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 73,909 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 53,101 miles
Pass 30 May 2011 35,324 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 FWS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 KW08 FWS, 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 FWS registered?

KW08 FWS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is KW08 FWS safe to buy?

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