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DV57 ECW

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,392 mi
Last recorded145,392 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV57 ECW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 145,392 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 127,434 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2014 107,898 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 107,898 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 87,499 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 60,678 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 511,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 511,288 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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DV57 ECW is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DV57 ECW, 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 DV57 ECW registered?

DV57 ECW is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is DV57 ECW safe to buy?

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