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SO08 MXL

2008 Saab 9-5

Red Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,762 mi
Last recorded10,762 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 MXL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 10,762 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 10,045 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 9,372 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 9,012 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 8,326 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 7,621 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 6,724 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 6,724 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 5,699 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 4,370 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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SO08 MXL is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SO08 MXL, 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 SO08 MXL registered?

SO08 MXL is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is SO08 MXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 MXL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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