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VST 717

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,275 mi
Last recorded52,275 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVST 717
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 52,275 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 50,315 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 48,005 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 46,025 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 44,209 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 41,749 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 40,954 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 40,101 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 36,858 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 34,223 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 30,111 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 25,530 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 21,373 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2013 17,844 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 13,451 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 9,842 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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VST 717 is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VST 717, 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 VST 717 registered?

VST 717 is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 August 2008.

Is VST 717 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VST 717 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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