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SL08 VNG

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

108,717 mi
Last recorded108,717 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 VNG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 108,717 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 108,420 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 101,944 miles

front and rear brakes rusty

Pass 27 Feb 2017 90,469 miles

eng.covers fitted

Fail 27 Feb 2017 90,469 miles

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

eng.covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2016 86,626 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 82,910 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 28 Feb 2014 76,811 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 71,900 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 71,900 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2012 66,340 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 66,340 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 57,083 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 57,083 miles

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

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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SL08 VNG 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 64.3%.

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 SL08 VNG, 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 SL08 VNG registered?

SL08 VNG is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is SL08 VNG safe to buy?

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