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RK08 LKN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,819 mi
Last recorded139,819 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 LKN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 139,819 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 128,689 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 117,630 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 101,747 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 91,340 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 89,389 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 89,389 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 81,958 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 80,088 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 74,843 miles

Nearside rear outer driveshaft gaitor slightly deteriorated, weeping grease, not split.

Fail 8 May 2012 74,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside rear outer driveshaft gaitor slightly deteriorated, weeping grease, not split.

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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RK08 LKN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RK08 LKN, 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 RK08 LKN registered?

RK08 LKN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is RK08 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 LKN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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