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VX08 FVP

2008 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,219 mi
Last recorded143,219 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 FVP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 143,219 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 135,152 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 132,335 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 10 Nov 2017 132,335 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 116,785 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 99,673 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 99,673 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 84,475 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 84,475 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 80,556 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 71,656 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 49,737 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 49,737 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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VX08 FVP is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VX08 FVP, 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 VX08 FVP registered?

VX08 FVP is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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