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FE58 MDX

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,975 mi
Last recorded62,975 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 62,975 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 62,972 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 58,741 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 58,738 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 56,870 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 52,627 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 50,414 miles

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

exhaust flange corroded front to rear section

Pass 25 Aug 2020 49,319 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 47,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 43,274 miles

rear section of exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2017 41,141 miles

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

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

not able to fully check rear seat belts due to seat being folded down

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 19 Sep 2016 37,521 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 33,404 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 30,212 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 27,131 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 24,996 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 20,921 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 MDX is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black 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 MDX, 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 MDX?

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What year was FE58 MDX registered?

FE58 MDX is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is FE58 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 MDX 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.

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