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PL08 FEM

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

129,036 mi
Last recorded129,036 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 FEM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 129,036 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 115,341 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 105,315 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 95,005 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)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 82,574 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 73,937 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 62,696 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 62,696 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 52,364 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 40,533 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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PL08 FEM is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PL08 FEM, 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 PL08 FEM registered?

PL08 FEM is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is PL08 FEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 FEM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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