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KW08 WFV

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

115,485 mi
Last recorded115,485 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 WFV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 115,485 miles

Crack in Windscreen outside of swept Zone

Pass 21 May 2025 104,794 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 93,542 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 82,475 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 81,981 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 80,394 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2022 80,393 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 78,072 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 76,015 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 73,604 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 63,872 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 58,190 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 53,558 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 48,058 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 41,947 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 36,203 miles

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)

Fail 28 May 2013 36,203 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,903 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,503 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 WFV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WFV, 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 WFV registered?

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

Is KW08 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 WFV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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