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KU58 THG

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,170 mi
Last recorded102,170 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 THG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 102,170 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 98,009 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 97,977 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 95,140 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 91,480 miles

engine light on

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2017 91,474 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

engine light on

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2016 88,695 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Sep 2015 81,732 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 73,515 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 73,515 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nail in offside rear tyre and inner side wall split 225/45/17W

Pass 14 Oct 2013 62,188 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 61,954 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 61,954 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 47,301 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 36,670 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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KU58 THG is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KU58 THG, 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 KU58 THG registered?

KU58 THG is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 September 2008.

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