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EA08 FZM

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

107,886 mi
Last recorded107,886 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 FZM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 107,886 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2025 105,323 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Pass 15 Apr 2024 98,043 miles

Centre exhaust heat shields insecure.

Front and Rear exhaust sections corroded.

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 96,104 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 96,104 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Nail and metal in tyre ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 94,238 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror glass stained and darkened ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective metal hanger broken away (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust rear section rusty

Pass 4 Aug 2021 90,543 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 85,609 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 79,156 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 72,150 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 64,237 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 57,942 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 52,346 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 45,974 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 39,965 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 36,095 miles

front and rear tyres worn low

Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,853 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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EA08 FZM is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EA08 FZM, 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 EA08 FZM?

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What year was EA08 FZM registered?

EA08 FZM is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is EA08 FZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 FZM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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