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GU08 VVY

2008 Saab 9-5

Green Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,229 mi
Last recorded66,229 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VVY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 66,229 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 58,257 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 58,257 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 51,866 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 44,671 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Apr 2012 37,356 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Apr 2011 26,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

cut in nsf tyre inner sidewall

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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GU08 VVY is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU08 VVY, 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 GU08 VVY?

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What year was GU08 VVY registered?

GU08 VVY is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is GU08 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 VVY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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