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RO58 XLY

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,563 mi
Last recorded42,563 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO58 XLY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 42,563 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Silencer deteriorating

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 41,137 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 40,079 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 38,863 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 36,846 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 34,638 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 33,408 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 31,781 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 31,077 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 29,197 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 23,126 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 14,399 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 13,463 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 11,161 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 9,162 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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RO58 XLY is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RO58 XLY, 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 RO58 XLY registered?

RO58 XLY is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is RO58 XLY safe to buy?

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