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SM58 HTE

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,103 mi
Last recorded94,103 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM58 HTE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 94,103 miles

Rear brake pads and discs worn

Pass 20 Dec 2016 88,061 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 81,090 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front lower driving lamp missing

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Dec 2015 81,090 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front lower driving lamp missing

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 72,813 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 64,273 miles

Knock from o/s front

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 54,387 miles

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

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

rear tyres slightly worn on edges

Fail 30 Dec 2011 43,891 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 43,891 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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SM58 HTE is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SM58 HTE, 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 SM58 HTE registered?

SM58 HTE is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SM58 HTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM58 HTE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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