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WK58 FMP

2008 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,748 mi
Last recorded147,748 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-586,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK58 FMP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 147,748 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 147,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 140,426 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 140,406 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 133,463 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer And Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES- Inner Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 128,215 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 128,188 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 118,445 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush in rear hub assembly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at cooler area (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 118,445 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush in rear hub assembly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at cooler area (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 103,106 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both N/S/R and O/S/R brake pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 87,833 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 87,374 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 73,690 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 58,539 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 47,153 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2013 37,618 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Oct 2012 24,108 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2011 19,777 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 19,777 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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WK58 FMP is a 2008 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 WK58 FMP, 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 WK58 FMP registered?

WK58 FMP is a 2008 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 November 2008.

Is WK58 FMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK58 FMP shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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