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FY08 GBV

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

189,482 mi
Last recorded189,482 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 GBV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 189,482 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 189,474 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 185,622 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 181,622 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 181,622 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 164,668 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 132,434 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 106,855 miles

unable to view metal brake pipes.covered in grease.

Pass 11 Feb 2015 97,531 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 87,259 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 78,039 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 78,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 65,731 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 65,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 55,154 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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FY08 GBV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FY08 GBV, 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 FY08 GBV registered?

FY08 GBV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is FY08 GBV safe to buy?

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