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DN08 CEX

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,593 mi
Last recorded81,593 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 CEX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 81,593 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Fronts and Rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Components under vehicle has slight corrosion

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 79,635 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 79,635 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 76,597 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 76,597 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 75,444 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 72,805 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 70,063 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 66,059 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 62,796 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 May 2016 62,796 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 1 May 2015 48,050 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and nearing legal limit

Pass 16 May 2014 37,219 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 29,252 miles

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

plastic undertray fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2011 17,508 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 17,508 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)

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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DN08 CEX is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DN08 CEX, 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 DN08 CEX registered?

DN08 CEX is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DN08 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 CEX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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