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KK57 HHJ

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

145,736 mi
Last recorded145,736 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKK57 HHJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 145,736 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 145,729 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 141,921 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 141,921 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 133,379 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 124,245 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 114,259 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 106,109 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 95,247 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 82,177 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 68,582 miles

All 4 tyres worn low.

Pass 24 Nov 2011 55,455 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 55,455 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 43,533 miles

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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KK57 HHJ is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KK57 HHJ, 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.

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What year was KK57 HHJ registered?

KK57 HHJ is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is KK57 HHJ safe to buy?

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