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SD58 GXM

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,480 mi
Last recorded122,480 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD58 GXM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 122,480 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2023 115,634 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 104,700 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 94,588 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 94,585 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2020 93,942 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 87,333 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 75,937 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 75,931 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 67,883 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

engine and service light on

slight sweat around fuel filter area, suggest having this checked

Pass 25 Jun 2016 59,476 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 13 Jun 2015 53,134 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 47,299 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight cuts at nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 20 Jun 2013 42,570 miles

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 37,376 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 35,102 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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SD58 GXM is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SD58 GXM, 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 SD58 GXM registered?

SD58 GXM is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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