CarVerify

Free Car Check

RK08 OBC

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,302 mi
Last recorded112,302 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 OBC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 112,302 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 112,167 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 103,682 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 92,875 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 91,567 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2013 89,240 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

additional lighting fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2013 89,240 miles

additional lighting fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2012 87,115 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brake discs are slightly corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2011 82,475 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RK08 OBC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OBC, 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

How do I check the history of RK08 OBC?

You can check the full history of RK08 OBC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RK08 OBC registered?

RK08 OBC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is RK08 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 OBC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK08 OBC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RK08 OBC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.