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SA57 XGC

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,662 mi
Last recorded165,662 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA57 XGC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 165,662 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 155,815 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 147,535 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 134,952 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 120,989 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 120,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 106,956 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 92,527 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 92,527 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 75,262 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2012 57,383 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 43,079 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SA57 XGC is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SA57 XGC, 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 SA57 XGC registered?

SA57 XGC is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SA57 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA57 XGC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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