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MW08 WXU

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

101,853 mi
Last recorded101,853 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 WXU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 101,853 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 101,851 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 96,295 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 90,079 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 86,521 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 79,416 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 78,229 miles

exhaust system corroded

slight dampness around steering rack gaitor

Pass 7 Sep 2017 66,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre has a slow puncture.

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 60,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 49,626 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,252 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 39,004 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 34,533 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,798 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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MW08 WXU is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MW08 WXU, 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 MW08 WXU registered?

MW08 WXU is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is MW08 WXU safe to buy?

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