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YK08 KLS

2008 Saab 9-3

Beige Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

150,009 mi
Last recorded150,009 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 KLS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 150,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 124,008 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2016 97,435 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 88,679 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 88,678 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 74,731 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 57,476 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 40,984 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 27,841 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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YK08 KLS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YK08 KLS, 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 YK08 KLS registered?

YK08 KLS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is YK08 KLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 KLS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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