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GP08 HSL

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,506 mi
Last recorded87,506 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 HSL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 87,506 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 82,547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 77,489 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall damage

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 77,489 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre side wall damage

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 68,246 miles

Nearside Front tyre showing signs wear

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear tyre showing signs wear

Fail 25 Apr 2016 68,244 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre showing signs wear

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear tyre showing signs wear

Pass 15 Jun 2015 62,555 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 53,287 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 53,287 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 42,116 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 31,340 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jun 2012 31,340 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jun 2011 25,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 25,785 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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GP08 HSL is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GP08 HSL, 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 GP08 HSL registered?

GP08 HSL is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 HSL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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