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DU08 JPX

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

195,631 mi
Last recorded195,631 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 JPX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 195,631 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both dim (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner rear wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Oct 2019 195,615 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit .50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn both back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both dim (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner rear wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 184,590 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush front sub frame, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush front sub frame, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 184,565 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush front sub frame, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush front sub frame, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 168,370 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 145,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread starting to lift

Offside Rear Tyre tread starting to lift

Fail 24 Mar 2016 145,792 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread starting to lift

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread starting to lift

Pass 3 Mar 2015 124,626 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 106,154 miles

Rear boot floor above crossmember cut and insecure (could be secure from inside)

Slight play felt through steering when driving (not found in components)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 87,190 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 68,853 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 68,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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Pass 25 Mar 2011 48,533 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 JPX is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DU08 JPX, 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 DU08 JPX registered?

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

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