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VO08 XKD

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

185,661 mi
Last recorded185,661 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 XKD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 185,661 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 185,658 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2022 179,212 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 20 % both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 168,174 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2020 168,171 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 158,589 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 149,261 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 134,300 miles

rear tyre valves perished

Pass 13 Jun 2016 118,661 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 104,296 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 104,296 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 89,554 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 82,527 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 64,352 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,853 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 44,722 miles

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

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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VO08 XKD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VO08 XKD, 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 VO08 XKD registered?

VO08 XKD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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