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OV58 LFB

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,747 mi
Last recorded88,747 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 LFB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 88,747 miles

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

front wishbones corroded

n/s/r light lens damaged

Fail 8 Nov 2022 88,746 miles

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

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

front wishbones corroded

n/s/r light lens damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2021 83,594 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 79,686 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 76,228 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 69,899 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 62,645 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 55,077 miles

Nearside Rear light lens is cracked

Pass 11 Nov 2015 45,286 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 39,199 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 32,180 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 24,196 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 24,196 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front tyres cracking & wearing on edges

front wiper blades smear screen slightly

Pass 23 Dec 2011 15,563 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 15,563 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 15,018 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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OV58 LFB is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OV58 LFB, 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 OV58 LFB registered?

OV58 LFB is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is OV58 LFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV58 LFB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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