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DA57 YYJ

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,885 mi
Last recorded101,885 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 YYJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 101,885 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted,not allowing inspection of sills

Pass 3 Jan 2023 96,658 miles

Outer sill covers fitted,so unable to check condition of sills

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides showing corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 92,825 miles

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 26 Nov 2020 88,343 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 86,339 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 86,337 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn both sides trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 84,662 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 82,530 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 80,176 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 76,560 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 73,079 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 69,544 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 59,164 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Feb 2013 59,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2012 48,068 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s inner wheelarch shield broken

Pass 3 Feb 2011 34,427 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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DA57 YYJ is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DA57 YYJ, 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 DA57 YYJ registered?

DA57 YYJ is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is DA57 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 YYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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