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SM08 DYF

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,868 mi
Last recorded99,868 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 DYF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 99,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 95,736 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 90,999 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 86,660 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 86,541 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2018 78,206 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 67,685 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top (2.4.G.2)

under trays /sill covers fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2017 67,677 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top (2.4.G.2)

under trays /sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2016 56,608 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 49,259 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 42,496 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 34,921 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 29,330 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 29,287 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 22,428 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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SM08 DYF is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM08 DYF, 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 SM08 DYF registered?

SM08 DYF is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is SM08 DYF safe to buy?

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