MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
124,290 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Advise travel on hand brake
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()
Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass cracked ()
Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()
Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass cracked ()
Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected servo hose (1.1.21 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn in hub unit (void bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected servo hose (1.1.21 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front brake caliper inappropriately repaired retaining spring area (3.5.1n)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Front brake caliper inappropriately repaired retaining spring area (3.5.1n)
Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking at filter area (7.2.3)
engine covers and undertrays fitted
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?
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HF08 ELC is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 HF08 ELC, 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 HF08 ELC registered?
HF08 ELC is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 May 2008.
Is HF08 ELC safe to buy?
The MOT history for HF08 ELC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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