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RO08 KJZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,605 mi
Last recorded114,605 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 KJZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 114,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Feb 2015 114,605 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 99,005 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2013 81,797 miles

rear brake discs corroding

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/r tyre going out of shape on inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2012 66,517 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 55,111 miles

harsh noise from engine on start up

o/s/f brake pads look low

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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RO08 KJZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RO08 KJZ, 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 RO08 KJZ registered?

RO08 KJZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is RO08 KJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 KJZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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