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SB58 JGO

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,589 mi
Last recorded128,589 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB58 JGO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 128,589 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 121,622 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 121,613 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake warning lamp on

Pass 21 Oct 2015 113,336 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 103,716 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 103,716 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 102,532 miles

both rear tyres worn on inside edge and wearing close to legal limit

oil residue on engine and gearbox

surface corrosion to exhaust

Fail 21 Jun 2014 102,532 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres worn on inside edge and wearing close to legal limit

oil residue on engine and gearbox

surface corrosion to exhaust

wear to front brakes

wear to rear brakes

Pass 27 Jun 2013 80,617 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 75,034 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 62,404 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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SB58 JGO is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol 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 SB58 JGO, 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 SB58 JGO registered?

SB58 JGO is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SB58 JGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB58 JGO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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