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FE58 LYC

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

180,292 mi
Last recorded180,292 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 LYC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 180,292 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Offside Headlight flashing intermittently

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2026 180,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Offside Headlight flashing intermittently

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2025 173,287 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 14 May 2024 167,051 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint: constant velocity boot deteriorated

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

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 19 May 2023 160,049 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 153,536 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 147,933 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2020 146,047 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 138,708 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 130,777 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 130,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2017 122,560 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 113,222 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2015 97,190 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 92,474 miles

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OS FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR BALL JOINT RUBBER BOOT DETERIATING...RECOMMEND RENEWAL SOON.

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 92,474 miles

EXHAUST BECOMING RUSTY IN PLACES

OS FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR BALL JOINT RUBBER BOOT DETERIATING...RECOMMEND RENEWAL SOON.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 78,757 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 63,749 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2011 50,113 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyre treads worn to wear markers & wearing unevenly

nearside rear brake binding slightly

service symbol on

Fail 21 Sep 2011 50,113 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyre treads worn to wear markers & wearing unevenly

nearside rear brake binding slightly

service symbol on

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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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FE58 LYC is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LYC, 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 LYC registered?

FE58 LYC is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FE58 LYC safe to buy?

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