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EX08 PPO

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,583 mi
Last recorded150,583 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 PPO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 150,583 miles

underbody surface rust

Pass 27 Aug 2024 142,117 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 133,553 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 128,107 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front passenger door slightly sticking but can still be opened from inside and outside

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 125,329 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 123,212 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 117,576 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 105,756 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 93,620 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 80,368 miles

Oil leak engine ()

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 28 Jul 2015 72,346 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 72,346 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 64,132 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 54,215 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 54,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 44,955 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 27,781 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 27,781 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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EX08 PPO is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EX08 PPO, 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 EX08 PPO registered?

EX08 PPO is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is EX08 PPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 PPO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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