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KR57 LNV

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

235,346 mi
Last recorded235,346 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 235,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 228,008 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 220,554 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 216,574 miles

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

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Fail 17 Nov 2020 216,574 miles

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

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

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 15 Jun 2019 210,919 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 198,236 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 189,415 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 178,222 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 166,261 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 153,820 miles

both rear tyres have slight wear to the inside edges

Fail 13 Jun 2013 138,754 miles

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

offside rear hub bush has slight play

Pass 13 Jun 2013 138,754 miles

offside rear hub bush has slight play

Fail 16 Jun 2012 125,481 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 125,481 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 110,992 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 98,768 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 LNV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LNV, 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 KR57 LNV registered?

KR57 LNV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is KR57 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 LNV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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