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OU58 XVY

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

114,498 mi
Last recorded114,498 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU58 XVY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 114,498 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 107,667 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 107,643 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 100,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Oct 2023 100,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Oct 2022 97,344 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 92,546 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 87,251 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

exhaust deteriorating.

Fail 15 Oct 2020 87,251 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

exhaust deteriorating.

Pass 9 Nov 2019 82,199 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 82,199 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 73,711 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2017 68,171 miles

Park brake would benefit from service or repair

Pass 22 Nov 2016 61,716 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 52,549 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 43,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear brake sticking slightly

slight wear in front anti roll bar links - joints

Pass 25 Nov 2013 36,570 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 29,447 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 22,900 miles

rear tyres showing wear and have minor cuts in tread

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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OU58 XVY is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OU58 XVY, 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 OU58 XVY registered?

OU58 XVY is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is OU58 XVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU58 XVY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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