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SG08 LZM

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,180 mi
Last recorded71,180 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 LZM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 71,180 miles

Exhaust corroded

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, but not seriously weakened

Fail 27 Jan 2026 71,180 miles

Exhaust corroded

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, but not seriously weakened

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 70,010 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shocker mounting bkt (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 70,010 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shocker mounting bkt (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 68,226 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2024 68,226 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 67,649 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 67,104 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 67,104 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 65,869 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 65,351 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking/perishing

Suspension, Steering & Brake components corroded, not seriously weakened

Pass 3 Jan 2019 63,338 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 62,363 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 60,712 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 59,192 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2016 59,192 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 56,589 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 52,345 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 43,089 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 43,089 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 28,458 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,264 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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SG08 LZM is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 SG08 LZM, 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 SG08 LZM registered?

SG08 LZM is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SG08 LZM safe to buy?

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