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AA08 FWV

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,226 mi
Last recorded92,226 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FWV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 May 2014 92,226 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 78,016 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 65,785 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 52,723 miles

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

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

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

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

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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AA08 FWV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 AA08 FWV, 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 AA08 FWV registered?

AA08 FWV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is AA08 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FWV shows 4 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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