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MF58 RYK

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,721 mi
Last recorded49,721 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2011
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 RYK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2011 49,721 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 49,721 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MF58 RYK is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MF58 RYK, 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 MF58 RYK registered?

MF58 RYK is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is MF58 RYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF58 RYK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF58 RYK have outstanding finance?

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