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KR57 LNA

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,839 mi
Last recorded85,839 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 LNA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 85,839 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 85,484 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 84,796 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 84,796 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 82,116 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 82,116 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 77,721 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Fail 19 Jun 2021 77,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 13 Jun 2020 74,149 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 72,854 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cracks in tread

Pass 21 Jul 2017 57,240 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 55,342 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 50,376 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 45,000 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 14 Feb 2014 45,000 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 26 Feb 2013 32,657 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 22,910 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 17,221 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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KR57 LNA is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KR57 LNA, 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 KR57 LNA registered?

KR57 LNA is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is KR57 LNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 LNA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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