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SA08 ZVR

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,262 mi
Last recorded127,262 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 ZVR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 127,262 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 127,253 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 94,615 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed both sides (5.2.2b)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both sides inner tie rods (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

exhaust heat shield rear deteriorated

under-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Jul 2015 68,920 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 65,264 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 55,552 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 47,553 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

coolant hose worn and weak from egr cooler to coolant pipe at front of engine

dampness at fuel filter housing

os washer jet only one part working

Pass 12 Nov 2012 47,553 miles

coolant hose worn and weak from egr cooler to coolant pipe at front of engine

dampness at fuel filter housing

os washer jet only one part working

Pass 18 Feb 2012 43,157 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 May 2011 36,128 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 35,106 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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SA08 ZVR is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SA08 ZVR, 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 SA08 ZVR registered?

SA08 ZVR is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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