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RF57 NTU

2008 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,470 mi
Last recorded125,470 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 NTU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 125,470 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 1 Dec 2016 125,740 miles

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2015 101,918 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 80,469 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 80,469 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2014 72,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 72,462 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 64,433 miles

nearside rear tyre just on legal limit @ wearing unevenly on inside edge

Fail 21 Mar 2012 64,315 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 64,315 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 62,570 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 48,446 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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RF57 NTU is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RF57 NTU, 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 RF57 NTU registered?

RF57 NTU is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is RF57 NTU safe to buy?

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