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FL08 JXW

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

141,416 mi
Last recorded141,416 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 JXW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 141,416 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 137,498 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 122,825 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 107,845 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 107,835 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 91,890 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 76,901 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 62,655 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 48,808 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 37,135 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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FL08 JXW is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FL08 JXW, 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.

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What year was FL08 JXW registered?

FL08 JXW is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is FL08 JXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 JXW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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