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SM58 HTG

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,498 mi
Last recorded85,498 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM58 HTG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 85,498 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 81,849 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 75,488 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 64,321 miles

Front gearbox mounting slightly worn

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 64,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Front gearbox mounting slightly worn

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

underbody heatshield insecure

Pass 13 Dec 2016 60,208 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

slight oil dampness on engine

Pass 8 Dec 2015 56,178 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 52,147 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 47,999 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 44,181 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 36,841 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 HTG is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HTG, 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 HTG registered?

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

Is SM58 HTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM58 HTG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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