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FE58 MEU

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,116 mi
Last recorded130,116 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 MEU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 130,116 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 125,042 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 117,949 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 111,638 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2020 111,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/45r17 tyre split (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/45r17 tyre split (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 103,877 miles

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

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

Rear Both rear tyres perished

Pass 24 Jan 2018 95,073 miles

slight play in rear arms bushes

Pass 2 Feb 2017 86,483 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 78,552 miles

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

Front tyres wearing outer edges x 2

Pass 20 Aug 2014 67,040 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 60,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 52,195 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 32,186 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 MEU is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MEU, 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 MEU registered?

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

Is FE58 MEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 MEU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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