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KC57 XXO

2007 Saab 9-5 Aero

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,596 mi
Last recorded133,596 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC57 XXO
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Aero
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 133,596 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 131,863 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 129,419 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 126,912 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 122,001 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 119,524 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 110,419 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 110,419 miles

Brake fluid contaminated fluid changed (1.8 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 106,322 miles

Rear both rear tyres very badly worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Apr 2017 99,252 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear silencer bracket loose

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 91,557 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 86,114 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 81,975 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 66,716 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 66,715 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 48,630 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 29,745 miles

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

R Tyres geting low

Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,844 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Aero?

Based on 703 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
8,559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
position lamp(s) not working 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
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KC57 XXO is a 2007 Saab 9-5 Aero in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KC57 XXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 19 years old, this Saab 9-5 Aero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KC57 XXO registered?

KC57 XXO is a 2007 Saab 9-5 Aero, first registered on 26 September 2007.

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