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BK08 TUO

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,807 mi
Last recorded121,807 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 TUO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 May 2020 121,807 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 119,044 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 113,183 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 94,517 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 73,449 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 51,278 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 33,317 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 27,880 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 22,524 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 16,626 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BK08 TUO is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BK08 TUO, 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 BK08 TUO registered?

BK08 TUO is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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