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KR08 ENV

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

107,470 mi
Last recorded107,470 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 ENV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 107,470 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 104,537 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 104,512 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Central Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 99,998 miles

cill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 8 Jun 2016 99,988 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

cill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 8 Jun 2015 95,419 miles

Oil leak

cill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 10 Jun 2014 87,673 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 87,673 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

trye size 225/45/17 94y / w

Pass 27 Sep 2013 81,464 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre treads perished

o/s/f spot lense damaged

Pass 29 Feb 2012 57,000 miles

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Fail 28 Feb 2012 56,998 miles

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

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 23 Mar 2011 49,267 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 49,267 miles

Centre Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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KR08 ENV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 KR08 ENV, 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

How do I check the history of KR08 ENV?

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What year was KR08 ENV registered?

KR08 ENV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is KR08 ENV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 ENV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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