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BN57 HFW

2007 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,343 mi
Last recorded137,343 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 HFW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 137,343 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 130,606 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 130,604 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 123,552 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 123,547 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside wall (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside wall (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2016 114,872 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 114,867 miles

Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 106,057 miles

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 2 Oct 2015 106,057 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 17 Sep 2014 90,035 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 81,079 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 81,079 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 69,500 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 69,500 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 54,953 miles

Front brakes getting low.

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)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 42,862 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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BN57 HFW is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 88,056 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 BN57 HFW, 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 19 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN57 HFW registered?

BN57 HFW is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is BN57 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 HFW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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