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DU08 JPV

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,320 mi
Last recorded76,320 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 JPV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 76,320 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 64,771 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 64,771 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 61,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Replacement recommended...215/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 59,074 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 56,908 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 54,391 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 54,391 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 52,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 50,953 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 49,188 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 47,115 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 44,761 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 41,195 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 34,437 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 31,370 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 25,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 19,152 miles

Front number plate slightly loose.

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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DU08 JPV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey 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 DU08 JPV, 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

How do I check the history of DU08 JPV?

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What year was DU08 JPV registered?

DU08 JPV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is DU08 JPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 JPV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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