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AE57 PLU

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,847 mi
Last recorded58,847 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2011
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 PLU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2011 58,847 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 17,570 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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AE57 PLU is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 AE57 PLU, 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 AE57 PLU?

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What year was AE57 PLU registered?

AE57 PLU is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AE57 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE57 PLU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE57 PLU have outstanding finance?

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