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P5 PSO

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,266 mi
Last recorded42,266 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 PSO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 42,266 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 40,639 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 39,375 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 37,824 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 37,042 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 36,167 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 36,090 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 33,512 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 32,826 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 29,097 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 28,084 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 27,441 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 26,796 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 26,282 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 23,368 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 20,489 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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P5 PSO is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P5 PSO, 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 P5 PSO registered?

P5 PSO is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is P5 PSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 PSO shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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