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SK08 XKL

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

166,535 mi
Last recorded166,535 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XKL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 166,535 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 155,115 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 154,054 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2019 145,684 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 133,141 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 117,708 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 104,188 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 90,057 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 77,060 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 60,377 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 49,241 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)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 36,736 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 XKL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SK08 XKL, 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 SK08 XKL registered?

SK08 XKL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SK08 XKL safe to buy?

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