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RO08 KKG

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

186,859 mi
Last recorded186,859 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 KKG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 186,859 miles

rack weeping

Fail 9 Jun 2021 186,859 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rack weeping

Pass 23 Jun 2020 181,176 miles

rack weping

Fail 23 Jun 2020 181,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

rack weping

Pass 21 Jun 2019 174,997 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 174,997 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 168,965 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 163,080 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 155,577 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 136,328 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 124,599 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 124,599 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 116,459 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2013 116,458 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 109,829 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 87,430 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

emissions too clean to test

front wiperblades smeary

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 KKG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KKG, 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 RO08 KKG registered?

RO08 KKG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is RO08 KKG safe to buy?

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