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BK09 SYJ

2009 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

209,543 mi
Last recorded209,543 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 SYJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 209,543 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2026 209,541 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 194,806 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

chips in screen

Pass 25 Mar 2024 178,924 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

chip in windscreen

Pass 23 Mar 2023 162,615 miles

Engine cover fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2023 162,615 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 153,369 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2021 140,616 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 133,287 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 115,881 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 96,342 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 79,702 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass deteriorated ()

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 71,498 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

unable to check rear seatbelts

Pass 7 Mar 2015 63,681 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 54,796 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 41,935 miles

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

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

front brake pads starting to get low

front discs starting to lip

Fail 28 Mar 2012 33,013 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 33,013 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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BK09 SYJ is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK09 SYJ, 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.

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What year was BK09 SYJ registered?

BK09 SYJ is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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