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RK08 OCJ

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

173,346 mi
Last recorded173,346 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 OCJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 173,346 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 164,012 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 163,613 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 163,613 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 162,578 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 162,578 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 161,931 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2022 161,923 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 159,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 157,628 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 153,974 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 145,733 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 140,411 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush both rear mount bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low on both edges

Pass 18 Apr 2016 131,598 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 118,001 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 104,994 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 87,830 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 66,782 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 45,343 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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RK08 OCJ is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RK08 OCJ, 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 RK08 OCJ registered?

RK08 OCJ is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is RK08 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 OCJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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