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KM08 FCY

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

137,226 mi
Last recorded137,226 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 FCY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 137,226 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 137,226 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 129,110 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 129,101 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Road wheel more than one fixing missing all wheels have one bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2020 125,609 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 125,608 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 119,229 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 112,879 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 108,751 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 72,666 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 99,430 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 76,400 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 76,400 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 69,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 69,682 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 46,066 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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KM08 FCY is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KM08 FCY, 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 KM08 FCY registered?

KM08 FCY is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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