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KW08 ZVG

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

91,654 mi
Last recorded91,654 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 ZVG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 91,654 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 86,994 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 82,679 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 77,744 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 72,608 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 66,365 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 61,717 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 56,973 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 51,720 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 51,720 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 47,398 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 42,865 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 38,647 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 35,410 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 35,410 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 29,698 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)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 22,400 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 22,400 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 18,131 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 ZVG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ZVG, 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

How do I check the history of KW08 ZVG?

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What year was KW08 ZVG registered?

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

Is KW08 ZVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 ZVG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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