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NV08 KRG

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,477 mi
Last recorded128,477 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 KRG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 128,477 miles

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

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

Nearside front outer cv boot perishing

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 119,908 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2024 119,908 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 112,833 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Rear brake pads wearing unevenly

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front and nearside rear (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 112,833 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Rear brake pads wearing unevenly

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front and nearside rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 106,435 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Rear exhaust box corroded

rear heat shield

Fail 18 Nov 2022 106,416 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear exhaust box corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres badly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear heat shield

Pass 26 Nov 2021 100,948 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 97,253 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 97,253 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 92,673 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 84,270 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 84,269 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 76,332 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

both front tyres worn low on edges

Fail 11 Oct 2017 76,332 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 30 Sep 2016 59,015 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 59,015 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 58,956 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 58,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 52,823 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 46,604 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 40,954 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 35,584 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 26,141 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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NV08 KRG is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NV08 KRG, 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 NV08 KRG registered?

NV08 KRG is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is NV08 KRG safe to buy?

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