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KW08 ZHF

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

118,311 mi
Last recorded118,311 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 118,311 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside stop light slightly discoloured

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside stop light slightly discoloured

Pass 6 Aug 2021 107,420 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 107,420 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 97,067 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 92,365 miles

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

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

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

windscreen damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2018 80,106 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 76,401 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 69,653 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 69,652 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 14 May 2016 68,119 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 61,640 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 52,475 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 43,884 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 36,199 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 28,078 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 ZHF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZHF, 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 ZHF registered?

KW08 ZHF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is KW08 ZHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 ZHF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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