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MJ08 BJU

2008 Saab 9-5

Green Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

126,244 mi
Last recorded126,244 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 BJU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 126,244 miles

Nearside door sill corroded

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 118,864 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair offside lagging (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

both sides plastic sill covers fitted

underside of vehicle shows signs of corrosion

Fail 6 Jan 2025 118,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair offside lagging (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

both sides plastic sill covers fitted

underside of vehicle shows signs of corrosion

Pass 20 May 2022 118,781 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 6 May 2022 118,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 117,175 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 114,404 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 110,768 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2015 107,791 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 104,226 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 98,419 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 78,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 14 Jun 2012 78,681 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 59,370 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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MJ08 BJU is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Green with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MJ08 BJU, 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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MJ08 BJU is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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