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BT08 TZD

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,456 mi
Last recorded77,456 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 TZD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 77,456 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear tyres worn close to tread wear bars

front number plate cracked

nearside front tyre no tread on outer edge

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 30 May 2015 51,724 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre has sidewall damage and wearing on inner and outer edge

Nearside rear tyre has sidewall damage and nail in tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has sidewall damage and wearing on inner edge

Fail 31 May 2014 44,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

nearside rear tyre has a cut in outer sidewall (not showing cords)

Pass 31 May 2014 44,950 miles

nearside rear tyre has a cut in outer sidewall (not showing cords)

Pass 22 May 2013 39,723 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 36,012 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 25,501 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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BT08 TZD is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BT08 TZD, 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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BT08 TZD is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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