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HD08 GXN

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,234 mi
Last recorded71,234 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD08 GXN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 71,234 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 68,957 miles

Nearside Rear Light lens has water in it

Pass 11 Aug 2023 66,727 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened os and ns front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 64,845 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 62,703 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and especially Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Close to inner edge ()

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 60,043 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 59,070 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 59,069 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 55,854 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Aug 2017 53,025 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 49,375 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 49,375 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 45,468 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 45,468 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2014 41,619 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Jul 2013 36,063 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 29,816 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2011 25,258 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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HD08 GXN is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 HD08 GXN, 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 HD08 GXN?

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What year was HD08 GXN registered?

HD08 GXN is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is HD08 GXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD08 GXN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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