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KY08 ZZC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,915 mi
Last recorded114,915 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 ZZC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 114,915 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 102,596 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 102,596 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 89,005 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 82,759 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak engine oil leak ()

Pass 2 May 2017 73,547 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 65,387 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 58,088 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 49,769 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 49,759 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 1 May 2013 42,912 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 42,912 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 36,135 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 36,135 miles

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

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

rear tyres distorted

Pass 11 Mar 2011 28,983 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 ZZC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZZC, 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 ZZC registered?

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

Is KY08 ZZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 ZZC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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