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PX08 RPV

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,115 mi
Last recorded87,115 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 RPV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 87,115 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 84,329 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 80,269 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 76,225 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 72,904 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 74,405 miles

Under trays/body sill protectors fitted

Fail 10 Aug 2020 74,405 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Under trays/body sill protectors fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2019 67,418 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2019 67,417 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 61,913 miles

Central Front Lower Engine undertray fitted.Not allowing a full inspection.

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2018 61,730 miles

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

Bonnet second catch inoperative

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 56,567 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsr wheel rim has had a repair at some point

Fail 8 Aug 2017 56,566 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsr wheel rim has had a repair at some point

Pass 12 Aug 2016 49,361 miles

Offside Rear Handbrake lever return spring missing

Fail 11 Aug 2016 49,360 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Handbrake lever return spring missing

Pass 4 Aug 2015 40,854 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s rear tyre cut in side wall

Pass 22 Jul 2014 33,148 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 25,120 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,036 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both arb link arms slight movement

near side rear tyre feathered on outer edge

squeaking from rear on road test

Fail 3 Aug 2012 23,036 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both arb link arms slight movement

near side rear tyre feathered on outer edge

squeaking from rear on road test

Pass 2 Aug 2011 17,721 miles

hand brake lever coming up slightly high

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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PX08 RPV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PX08 RPV, 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 PX08 RPV registered?

PX08 RPV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is PX08 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 RPV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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