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SK08 XKC

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,555 mi
Last recorded76,555 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XKC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 76,555 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 72,246 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 72,246 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2017 69,316 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 61,203 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 61,203 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2015 55,504 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 50,055 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 50,051 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2013 42,435 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 34,743 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 24,136 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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SK08 XKC is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SK08 XKC, 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 SK08 XKC registered?

SK08 XKC is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SK08 XKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 XKC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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