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VN08 YKF

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,927 mi
Last recorded97,927 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 YKF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 97,927 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 94,041 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 90,041 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 85,095 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 81,096 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 79,065 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 65,094 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 55,823 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 1 May 2017 52,113 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 47,997 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 42,856 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 37,919 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 32,229 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 26,357 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 20,320 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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VN08 YKF is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VN08 YKF, 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

How do I check the history of VN08 YKF?

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What year was VN08 YKF registered?

VN08 YKF is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is VN08 YKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 YKF shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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