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KW08 ZDN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,538 mi
Last recorded150,538 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 ZDN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 150,538 miles

Both front tyres and the nearside rear tyre worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Feb 2016 142,470 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 124,457 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 98,917 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 98,917 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 79,452 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 73,660 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 73,660 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 60,086 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 ZDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ZDN, 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 KW08 ZDN registered?

KW08 ZDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is KW08 ZDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 ZDN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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