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FV57 OUU

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,621 mi
Last recorded60,621 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2013
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 OUU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2013 60,621 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 60,621 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 53,824 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 40,802 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2011 40,802 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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FV57 OUU is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV57 OUU, 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 FV57 OUU?

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What year was FV57 OUU registered?

FV57 OUU is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is FV57 OUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 OUU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV57 OUU have outstanding finance?

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