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KM08 NZE

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

92,288 mi
Last recorded92,288 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 NZE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 92,288 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system in poor condition

Fail 24 Mar 2026 92,275 miles

Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 88,126 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 88,122 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 87,458 miles

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

exhaust correded

Pass 6 Jun 2023 85,274 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 5 Jun 2023 85,274 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2022 83,607 miles

Backbox detriorating

Child seats fitted to N/S/R and O/S/R seats

Front Discs lipped and corroded

Front Pads over half worn

Handbrake high

Nearside Front Pads 75% worn

Oil leak on engine

Rear Pads getting low

Pass 7 Jun 2021 81,155 miles

Central Exhaust heat shield is loose

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 76,592 miles

Central exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Front 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))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2020 76,589 miles

Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Central exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 65,563 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 61,788 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 58,066 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 55,655 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 51,760 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 46,417 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 43,216 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 43,216 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 37,791 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,085 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 NZE is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NZE, 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 NZE registered?

KM08 NZE is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KM08 NZE 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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