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VK08 XGR

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,335 mi
Last recorded133,335 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2022 133,335 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 125,168 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 117,576 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 109,160 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 107,014 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 103,124 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 97,980 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 80,502 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 76,519 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 72,327 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 67,196 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 61,831 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

nearside rear tyre has little cut in sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply cord

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 XGR 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 100%.

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 VK08 XGR, 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 XGR registered?

VK08 XGR is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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