MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
156,268 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Looks like movement is restricted but still functions (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Heavily corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Various bushes at rear showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Some pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Disc backing plate missing.
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Some bushes showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement General wear but still finctional. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement General wear but still finctional. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Fuel hose leaking Requires investigation (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Knock at front noticed
Nearside Rear Tyre wall marked
Some brake pipes coated
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner wall (4.1.D.1a)
Knock at front noticed
Nearside Front Tyre close to legal limit
Nearside Rear Tyre wall marked
Offside Front Tyre close to legal limit
Some brake pipes coated
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear brake discs slightly corroded and handbrake would benefit adjustment
Rear number plate cracked
backbox slightly deteriorated
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
both front brake discs very corroded
near side front fog light broken
rear brake discs getting corroded
run out in off side front and near side rear wheel inner rims
Nail in offside rear tyre
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SY08 TYK is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 SY08 TYK, 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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SY08 TYK is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 March 2008.
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