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MT08 KLF

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,356 mi
Last recorded99,356 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 KLF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 99,356 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 99,350 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 95,865 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2016 92,065 miles

front / rear brake discs corroded on edges / becoming slightly discoloured

underside / components showing general corrosion

Fail 1 Jul 2016 92,064 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s/f - o/s/f anti roll bar link arm ball joint gaiters split x 2 (2.4.G.2)

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

front / rear brake discs corroded on edges / becoming slightly discoloured

underside / components showing general corrosion

Pass 1 Jul 2015 82,729 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 82,729 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 76,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 20 Jun 2013 70,449 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

NSF tyre has cut in sidewall not to cords

Pass 2 Jul 2012 60,926 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 49,030 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 49,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

adv both front tyres worn close to limit on edges

adv both rear tyres cracking in tread

strong adv offside front headlight on dipped beam slighly duller than nearside

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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MT08 KLF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MT08 KLF, 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 MT08 KLF registered?

MT08 KLF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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