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CA57 UAP

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,301 mi
Last recorded90,301 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 UAP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 90,301 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

rear of both sills corroded and soft

Pass 15 Aug 2024 80,900 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 80,872 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.55 m-1 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure PRS (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 73,123 miles

Nearside sill corroded and soft

Offside sill corroded and soft

Pass 5 Sep 2022 66,131 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 66,131 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 58,205 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 57,993 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 57,252 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 54,921 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 51,789 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 47,730 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 43,521 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 40,017 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 36,407 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 31,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2011 26,574 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 18,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

wiper mark in windscreen

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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CA57 UAP is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CA57 UAP, 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 CA57 UAP registered?

CA57 UAP is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is CA57 UAP safe to buy?

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