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SB08 NFP

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,187 mi
Last recorded118,187 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 NFP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 118,187 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 111,192 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 104,288 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 95,451 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 89,225 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 80,948 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 75,602 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 75,602 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 67,959 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 59,124 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 51,784 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 43,207 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 9 May 2012 43,207 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 11 May 2011 34,233 miles

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

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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SB08 NFP is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SB08 NFP, 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 SB08 NFP registered?

SB08 NFP is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SB08 NFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 NFP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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