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MK08 XKU

2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

35,548 mi
Last recorded35,548 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 15083,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 XKU
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear SE Tid 150
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 35,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

all brake hose ferrules corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2025 34,382 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake disc back plates corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2025 34,382 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake disc back plates corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2024 33,389 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))

Fail 7 Mar 2024 33,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 32,085 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 30,721 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 30,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 29,273 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 28,783 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 28,783 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 26,772 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 24,170 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 24,170 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 21,951 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 19,050 miles

Nearside Front coil spring slightly corroded at bottom

outer sills not fully visible

Pass 24 Mar 2015 16,658 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills not clearly visible

rear inner brake pads not clearly visible

slight corrosion on n/s/f coil spring

Pass 26 Mar 2014 13,889 miles

n/s/f tyre perishing and wearing on edges

outer sills not clearly visible due to skirts fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2013 11,225 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing slightly on edges

outer sills not clearly visible

rear inner brake pads not clearly visible

Pass 29 Mar 2012 8,819 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

outer sills not clearly visible due to covers fitted

rear inner pads not clearly visible

Pass 29 Mar 2011 6,174 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150?

Based on 1,025 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
6,331
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 22
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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MK08 XKU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 83,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK08 XKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MK08 XKU registered?

MK08 XKU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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