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KY08 ZWR

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,474 mi
Last recorded120,474 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 ZWR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 120,474 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour Both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced both sides (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 118,284 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 112,519 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 106,574 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 99,608 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 92,314 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 85,823 miles

Plastic engine and under tray covers fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 78,427 miles

Plastic engine under tray and sill covers fitted at time of test.

Fail 18 Mar 2016 78,427 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Plastic engine under tray and sill covers fitted at time of test.

Pass 20 Mar 2015 64,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wipers worn slightly

Pass 27 Mar 2014 56,333 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 47,425 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 40,236 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 30,931 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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KY08 ZWR is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel 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 ZWR, 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 KY08 ZWR registered?

KY08 ZWR is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KY08 ZWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 ZWR 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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