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GJ58 FFR

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,814 mi
Last recorded83,814 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 FFR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 83,814 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 79,201 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking brake lever high (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 73,616 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 71,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

handbrake lever operaring high

Pass 1 Sep 2021 68,445 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 63,904 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 50,232 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 38,646 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 20,634 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 10,047 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 9,917 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 9,661 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 8,938 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 6,058 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 5,282 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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GJ58 FFR is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ58 FFR, 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 GJ58 FFR registered?

GJ58 FFR is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is GJ58 FFR safe to buy?

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