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AD59 SVU

2009 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,403 mi
Last recorded115,403 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 SVU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 115,403 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 115,394 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 112,857 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 108,889 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 102,292 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 95,001 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 91,129 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2021 91,109 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 88,913 miles

Front exhaust flexable joint has slight blow

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Rear silencer outer casing rusty

Pass 22 Jan 2019 85,751 miles

rusty exhaust system

Pass 12 Dec 2017 80,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear silencer outer casing rusty

Pass 20 Dec 2016 75,775 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

all brake pads half worn

Pass 22 Dec 2015 67,628 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear silencer rusty

Pass 19 Dec 2014 60,144 miles

Nearside Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 52,558 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 6 Dec 2012 42,239 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 42,239 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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AD59 SVU is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 79,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AD59 SVU, 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 17 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 AD59 SVU registered?

AD59 SVU is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is AD59 SVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 SVU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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