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AF58 TVK

2008 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

93,686 mi
Last recorded93,686 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 TVK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 93,686 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 82,669 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 82,669 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 82,057 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed seatbelt edge (5.2.2b)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 82,057 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed seatbelt edge (5.2.2b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 72,917 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 72,917 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 57,347 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 57,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 42,316 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 28,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Aug 2011 28,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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AF58 TVK is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 AF58 TVK, 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 AF58 TVK registered?

AF58 TVK is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is AF58 TVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 TVK shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF58 TVK have outstanding finance?

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