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SE08 FBV

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,050 mi
Last recorded149,050 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 FBV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 149,050 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2023 140,803 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2023 140,800 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 136,098 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 130,286 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 122,741 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 5 Aug 2020 122,665 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall been curbed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Sep 2019 114,364 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 104,608 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 97,241 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 89,696 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 83,160 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 68,065 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 59,684 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 48,083 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 35,405 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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SE08 FBV is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey 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 SE08 FBV, 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 SE08 FBV registered?

SE08 FBV is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is SE08 FBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE08 FBV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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