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VK08 XGD

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,599 mi
Last recorded155,599 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 XGD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 155,599 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 155,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 146,633 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 134,728 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 122,920 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 108,244 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 94,809 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 94,808 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 83,590 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 72,130 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2011 72,130 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VK08 XGD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VK08 XGD, 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 VK08 XGD registered?

VK08 XGD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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