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CK08 YEV

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,097 mi
Last recorded126,097 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 YEV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 126,097 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 122,487 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2023 116,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2022 111,101 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 107,536 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 104,157 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 97,445 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 91,118 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 83,570 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 75,758 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 68,254 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 61,406 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 55,878 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2012 49,231 miles

surface corrosion to all brakes

Fail 10 Jan 2012 49,231 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

surface corrosion to all brakes

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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CK08 YEV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 86,337 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CK08 YEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CK08 YEV registered?

CK08 YEV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is CK08 YEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK08 YEV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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