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KV08 MZN

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

149,419 mi
Last recorded149,419 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 MZN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 149,419 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear DAMAGED BUT SECURE

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 146,325 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))

surface corrosion to various front and rear suspension components

Pass 14 Feb 2023 143,433 miles

exhaust system corroded

hand brake leaver high may require adjustments

various front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2022 140,059 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust tail box corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2021 136,868 miles

exhaust tail box outer casing corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2020 134,402 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 130,851 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 127,213 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 123,323 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 117,023 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 110,426 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 101,477 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 83,365 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 60,107 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 60,068 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 37,044 miles

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

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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KV08 MZN is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KV08 MZN, 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 KV08 MZN registered?

KV08 MZN is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 4 March 2008.

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