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SK08 XJE

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,381 mi
Last recorded95,381 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XJE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 95,381 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 95,381 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 86,502 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jul 2016 86,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 79,751 miles

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

nearside rear brake grabbing slightly

Fail 2 Jun 2015 79,751 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

nearside rear brake grabbing slightly

Pass 16 May 2014 70,729 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013
Fail 21 Nov 2013 64,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 51,743 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 17 Nov 2011 39,661 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 32,037 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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SK08 XJE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SK08 XJE, 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 SK08 XJE registered?

SK08 XJE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is SK08 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 XJE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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