2008 Saab 9-5 2.3L Petrol · A19 GAP
2008 Saab 9-5 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 101,745 miles. MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,745 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A19 GAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2025
- 101,745 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A19 GAP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Saab 9-5 (A19 GAP) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
A19 GAP Mileage History
- 10/10/202291,039 mi
- 02/10/202394,393 mi+3,354 mi
- 03/10/202394,393 mi
- 12/10/202498,201 mi+3,808 mi
- 13/10/2025101,745 mi+3,544 mi
Average of roughly 3,559 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-5 OG
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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