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RK08 OAN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,009 mi
Last recorded165,009 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 OAN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 165,009 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine light pre July 2008

heatshield loose

Pass 1 Jul 2025 159,039 miles

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

eml illuminated

Fail 30 Jun 2025 159,024 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

eml illuminated

Pass 25 Jun 2024 152,013 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

engine light on pre july 2008

heat shield loose rear

Pass 19 Jun 2023 147,392 miles

eml light on but pre july 2008

front pads 80% 5 worn

n/s front brake slight binding

slight lift in n/s front roll bar link

slight movement in o/s n/s rear top rose joints

Pass 30 Jun 2022 142,831 miles

slight movement in o/s n/s rear rose bushes

Pass 8 Jul 2021 138,858 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 132,519 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 124,496 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 116,827 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 110,278 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 110,186 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking Caliper bleed valve under pressure. (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 99,787 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm and weathered on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 8 Feb 2016 99,787 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm and weathered on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2015 90,920 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 90,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 81,344 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 71,522 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 56,459 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 38,298 miles

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 OAN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OAN, 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.

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What year was RK08 OAN registered?

RK08 OAN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is RK08 OAN safe to buy?

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