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RY08 UNR

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,349 mi
Last recorded66,349 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY08 UNR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 66,349 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 63,715 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 60,226 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 56,707 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 56,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 54,543 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre edge 225/45/17 ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 52,430 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 50,326 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 47,086 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover and head gaskets (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2019 47,086 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover and head gaskets (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 43,788 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 41,553 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 41,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 38,166 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 35,362 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 31,827 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 27,274 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 22,334 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,835 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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RY08 UNR is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RY08 UNR, 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 RY08 UNR registered?

RY08 UNR is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is RY08 UNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY08 UNR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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