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FE58 LXY

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

152,297 mi
Last recorded152,297 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2022 152,297 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

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

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 135,760 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 135,760 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 122,949 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 122,949 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 109,257 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 103,650 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 88,221 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 75,204 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 63,749 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 51,670 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 43,720 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 36,099 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 LXY is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LXY, 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 LXY registered?

FE58 LXY is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 October 2008.

Is FE58 LXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 LXY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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