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ST58 AUA

2008 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,870 mi
Last recorded99,870 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST58 AUA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 99,870 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 95,363 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 91,035 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 87,566 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 87,566 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 79,538 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 71,803 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 71,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 62,261 miles

Nearside headlamp slightly dull

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 15 Sep 2014 62,261 miles

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

Nearside headlamp slightly dull

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Sep 2013 54,586 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 17 Sep 2012 43,581 miles

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

cut in o/s/r tyre

Fail 17 Sep 2012 43,581 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

cut in o/s/r tyre

Pass 26 Sep 2011 31,771 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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ST58 AUA is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ST58 AUA, 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 ST58 AUA registered?

ST58 AUA is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is ST58 AUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST58 AUA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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