MOT Status
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126,454 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively have slight wear steps (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside handbrake return spring broken
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside hand brake return spring missing
Rear exhaust box outer skin in poor condition
Rear exhaust mount rubbers weak
chips in windscreen
long travel park brake
Minimal reserve travel on handbrake
Nearside Front fog lamp glass broken
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
Minimal reserve travel on handbrake
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to bars (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front fog lamp glass broken
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to bars (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
headlamp leveler amber lamp on dash
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS
Handbrake requires adjustment
Nearside Front Fog lens damaged
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Centre tread line 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge & 3mm centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear exhaust silencer corroded
Service indicator illuminated
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on limit (5.2.3 (e))
engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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)
can not fully check n/s/r seat belt child seat fitted
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
both front tyres wearing thin on inner edge
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Non obligatory mirror damaged
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?
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BD08 ENW is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 BD08 ENW, 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 BD08 ENW registered?
BD08 ENW is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 May 2008.
Is BD08 ENW safe to buy?
The MOT history for BD08 ENW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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