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KS08 UCG

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

199,090 mi
Last recorded199,090 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UCG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 199,090 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear brake disk corroded

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

Offside Rear brake disk corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2015 172,341 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear 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 16 May 2014 140,468 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 112,112 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 92,969 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 92,969 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 74,388 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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KS08 UCG is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KS08 UCG, 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 KS08 UCG registered?

KS08 UCG is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is KS08 UCG safe to buy?

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