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PE08 FFV

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

167,187 mi
Last recorded167,187 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 FFV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 167,187 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 163,908 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 163,908 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 156,949 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 156,946 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 148,587 miles

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

Slight play in NSR and OSR upper and lower rear suspension arm outer Rose Joints. Not causing excessive movement.

Fail 11 Apr 2018 148,534 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Slight play in NSR and OSR upper and lower rear suspension arm outer Rose Joints. Not causing excessive movement.

Pass 6 Apr 2017 141,446 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 133,764 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 119,734 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 104,956 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 88,359 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 88,359 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 75,813 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear tyre has uneven tread wear

Pass 1 Apr 2011 62,590 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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PE08 FFV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PE08 FFV, 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 PE08 FFV registered?

PE08 FFV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is PE08 FFV safe to buy?

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