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DV58 UAB

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

197,302 mi
Last recorded197,302 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV58 UAB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 197,302 miles

both front tyres on legal limit

slight corrosion to underside and exposed components

slight play at nearside front lower ball joint

Pass 29 Sep 2018 185,500 miles

Handbrake effort just reaches minimum requirements of 16%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 167,832 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Handbrake just reaches minimum effort of 16%

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Sep 2016 146,964 miles

Exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Sep 2015 125,449 miles

play in both rear lower suspension bushes

rear tyres worn very low(235/45r17)

slight leak from both outer c.v.boots

slight leak from exhaust flexy

Pass 29 Sep 2014 94,354 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 89,879 miles

Oil leak

Rear silencer outer skin corroded.

Pass 28 Nov 2012 82,395 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 72,961 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Oct 2011 72,957 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DV58 UAB is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV58 UAB, 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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DV58 UAB is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 November 2008.

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