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KL57 OKU

2007 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,355 mi
Last recorded86,355 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL57 OKU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 86,355 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 84,989 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 83,023 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 79,641 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2022 79,631 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 77,399 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Oil moisture sump plug

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 77,397 miles

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

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Center exhaust rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil moisture bottom of engine (sump plug)

Pass 8 Oct 2020 73,761 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join after flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2020 73,761 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join after flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 68,253 miles

Cat Heatshield Rattles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and Offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil Residue Engine Area

Pass 23 Oct 2018 63,240 miles

oil residue engine area's

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases turbo / cat area's (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 58,847 miles

oil residue gearbox area's

Fail 18 Oct 2017 58,607 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter / fuel line connector (7.2.3)

Offside Front tyre is worn on the inner shoulder

oil residue engine / gearbox area's

Pass 31 Oct 2016 54,227 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 54,227 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 48,856 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 44,442 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 36,247 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 30,529 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 24,083 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 16,804 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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KL57 OKU is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 88,056 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KL57 OKU, 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 19 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 KL57 OKU registered?

KL57 OKU is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is KL57 OKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL57 OKU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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