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KY08 CVX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

103,696 mi
Last recorded103,696 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 CVX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 103,696 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 99,045 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 fronts (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 92,503 miles

engine covers undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2022 88,422 miles

engine covers undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2022 88,422 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

engine covers undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2021 83,093 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 78,665 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))

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

oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2019 76,781 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 72,418 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 66,951 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 65,926 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2015 58,870 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 51,954 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 43,568 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 34,422 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 25,709 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 25,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KY08 CVX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KY08 CVX, 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 KY08 CVX?

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What year was KY08 CVX registered?

KY08 CVX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KY08 CVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 CVX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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