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KW08 ZTV

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,826 mi
Last recorded173,826 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 173,826 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 165,894 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 161,534 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Dec 2017 161,534 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Dec 2016 136,871 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Dec 2016 136,871 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 107,980 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2014 88,832 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 75,400 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 58,328 miles

Front tyres have damage to side walls

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Jun 2011 42,917 miles

nearside rear tyre tread starting to crack

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 ZTV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZTV, 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 ZTV registered?

KW08 ZTV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is KW08 ZTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 ZTV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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