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AV08 EEH

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,380 mi
Last recorded133,380 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 EEH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 133,380 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Sill Covers Fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips And Scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 133,376 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Sill Covers Fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips And Scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 127,508 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both Front (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Sill Covers And Under trays Fitted

Fail 21 Apr 2021 127,499 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both Front (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Sill Covers And Under trays Fitted

Pass 20 May 2020 122,938 miles

advised muddy underside

advised nsr tyre getting low

advised unable inspect brake pipes hiden

Fail 19 May 2020 122,938 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rose bush outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

advised muddy underside

advised nsr tyre getting low

advised unable inspect brake pipes hiden

Pass 16 Apr 2019 117,021 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 117,021 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2018 110,072 miles

advised engine cover fitted

advised rear pads worn

advised sill cover fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2017 100,261 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 85,062 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 72,964 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 61,514 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 51,622 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 39,834 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 28,790 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)

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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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AV08 EEH is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AV08 EEH, 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.

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What year was AV08 EEH registered?

AV08 EEH is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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