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FE58 LXF

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

113,886 mi
Last recorded113,886 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 113,886 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2025 111,217 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 103,774 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 97,325 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 97,256 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 90,146 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 90,141 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Mirror does not provide a view to rear

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 86,457 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 80,016 miles

both door mirrors in poor condition

drivers wiper blade in poor condition

slice in n/s/f outer tyre wall

Fail 11 Sep 2018 80,016 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

both door mirrors in poor condition

drivers wiper blade in poor condition

slice in n/s/f outer tyre wall

Pass 6 Sep 2017 74,686 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rears very close and discs. (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 68,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit VERY LOW (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 60,736 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 53,131 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 46,926 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 38,326 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 30,616 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 LXF is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LXF, 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 FE58 LXF?

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What year was FE58 LXF registered?

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

Is FE58 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 LXF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE58 LXF have outstanding finance?

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