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BU08 MRO

2008 Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,448 mi
Last recorded72,448 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid99,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 MRO
MakeSaab
Model9-5 Vector Sport Tid
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 72,448 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 72,443 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter/fuel tank area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 64,478 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 60,443 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 55,198 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 55,196 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2014 51,696 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 42,241 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 36,027 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 30,498 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid?

Based on 760 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
8,704
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
position lamp(s) not working 10
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Registration plate lamp not working 8
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BU08 MRO is a 2008 Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 99,851 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 MRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU08 MRO registered?

BU08 MRO is a 2008 Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is BU08 MRO safe to buy?

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