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OV08 KJF

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

136,981 mi
Last recorded136,981 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 KJF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 136,981 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

sills covered

Pass 3 Feb 2020 130,638 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 122,902 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Feb 2019 122,902 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Feb 2018 115,452 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 115,444 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2017 107,998 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 101,862 miles

emission not detected

Pass 12 Mar 2015 100,337 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 89,276 miles

N/S/R tyre feathered on inner edge

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

Fail 19 Mar 2014 89,272 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

N/S/R tyre feathered on inner edge

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

Pass 29 Mar 2013 74,545 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 63,548 miles

unable to check rear seatbelts-dog cage across rear seat

Pass 8 Apr 2011 48,784 miles

unable to check rear seat belts(dog cage fitted)

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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OV08 KJF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OV08 KJF, 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 OV08 KJF registered?

OV08 KJF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is OV08 KJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 KJF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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