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FE58 LWK

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,795 mi
Last recorded58,795 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 LWK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 58,795 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 47,871 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 37,692 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 37,652 miles

Nearside Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 31,378 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 30,372 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 30,135 miles

Front Brake Discs worn and Corroded On Inner Working Surfaces

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

Fail 25 Sep 2019 30,135 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement Return Spring Fractured Restricted Free Movement Handbrake not Releasing (1.1.15 (e))

Front Brake Discs worn and Corroded On Inner Working Surfaces

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 25,927 miles

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

Nearside Headlight Cleaning device Inoperative

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 21,934 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 21,093 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,892 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 19,125 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 17,141 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 14,702 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 12,062 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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FE58 LWK is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FE58 LWK, 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

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What year was FE58 LWK registered?

FE58 LWK is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is FE58 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 LWK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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