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KM08 LBG

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

74,323 mi
Last recorded74,323 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 LBG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 74,323 miles

Nearside Front roll bar

Rear ex outer skin

Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,648 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 64,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 55,243 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 27 Apr 2015 47,857 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear disc's slightly corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2014 39,291 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)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 31,485 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 31,485 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2012 24,583 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to see thickness of front inner & rear inner brake pads

Pass 10 May 2011 19,118 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 19,093 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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 LBG is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LBG, 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 KM08 LBG registered?

KM08 LBG is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KM08 LBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 LBG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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