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KW08 ZZJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

132,146 mi
Last recorded132,146 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 132,146 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 128,731 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 117,603 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 106,654 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 102,323 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 92,366 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 86,082 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 79,371 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 71,431 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 62,738 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 53,182 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 44,735 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 38,712 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 31,690 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 19 Jul 2012 25,658 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 19,982 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 19,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 ZZJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ZZJ, 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 ZZJ registered?

KW08 ZZJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is KW08 ZZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 ZZJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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