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KW08 ZXM

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,236 mi
Last recorded142,236 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 ZXM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 142,236 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 132,375 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking opn sidewall

Pass 16 Feb 2023 120,513 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 113,518 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 111,436 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 109,184 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 105,460 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 101,061 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 97,058 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 90,113 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 80,386 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 67,179 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 53,417 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 35,395 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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KW08 ZXM is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KW08 ZXM, 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 KW08 ZXM registered?

KW08 ZXM is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is KW08 ZXM safe to buy?

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