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VU58 LZD

2008 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,479 mi
Last recorded125,479 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 LZD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 125,479 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

handbrake travel close to limit

Fail 9 Sep 2020 125,420 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

corrosion under vehicle and suspension arms

Pass 24 Sep 2019 121,295 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 121,295 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 111,382 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 103,209 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 93,444 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 75,494 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 75,494 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn down to wire (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 67,969 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing on there inner shoulders

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2013 54,545 miles

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

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

REAR TYRES STARTING TO DE-FORM ON INNER EDGE

Pass 2 Oct 2012 44,227 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2012 44,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 32,381 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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VU58 LZD is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Black 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 VU58 LZD, 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 VU58 LZD registered?

VU58 LZD is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2008.

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