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KY08 DTZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

74,558 mi
Last recorded74,558 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 DTZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 74,558 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 68,312 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 61,501 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 61,214 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 59,436 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 56,688 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 54,068 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 48,214 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall scrubbing

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

Offside Rear tyre sidewall scrubbing

Pass 2 Mar 2015 41,968 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 35,512 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 35,512 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 28,957 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,740 miles

o/s rear brake disc corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2011 17,054 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)

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 DTZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DTZ, 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 KY08 DTZ registered?

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

Is KY08 DTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 DTZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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