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CV08 HPN

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

165,472 mi
Last recorded165,472 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 HPN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2019 165,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

boot lid cannot be opened

Pass 27 Mar 2018 142,972 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 117,639 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 98,081 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 86,902 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 75,707 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 66,435 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 57,190 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2011 43,370 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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CV08 HPN is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 CV08 HPN, 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 CV08 HPN registered?

CV08 HPN is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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