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FL58 OWF

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,016 mi
Last recorded118,016 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 OWF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 118,016 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 117,135 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 117,135 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 114,417 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 114,417 miles

Central Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 110,905 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 105,810 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 99,860 miles

Rear exaust bracket broken off

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 91,624 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 91,624 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 83,667 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 68,663 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 60,926 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 50,256 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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FL58 OWF is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FL58 OWF, 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 FL58 OWF registered?

FL58 OWF is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 December 2008.

Is FL58 OWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 OWF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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