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KM08 FDF

2008 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,446 mi
Last recorded116,446 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 FDF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 116,446 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 103,502 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 103,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2023 101,014 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front subframe corroded

Rear axle corroded

oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2023 101,014 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front subframe corroded

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2022 97,773 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 94,266 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 91,956 miles

Engine Covers

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

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

Under Trays

Fail 14 Oct 2019 91,956 miles

Engine Covers

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Under Trays

Pass 15 Oct 2018 90,184 miles

front brake discs worn

under trays and sill trims fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2017 86,156 miles

Offside Rear advise outer seatbelt becoming frayed

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills

Fail 16 Oct 2017 86,156 miles

Offside Rear advise outer seatbelt becoming frayed

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills

Pass 22 Aug 2016 80,815 miles

ADVISE COVERS UNDER BONNET UNDER CAR AND ON OUTER SILLS

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

Fail 22 Aug 2016 80,815 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

ADVISE COVERS UNDER BONNET UNDER CAR AND ON OUTER SILLS

Pass 11 Aug 2015 76,452 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 76,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 62,935 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 55,489 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 44,361 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,007 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 28,001 miles

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

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

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 FDF is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FDF, 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 FDF registered?

KM08 FDF is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is KM08 FDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 FDF shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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