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CK09 RJU

2009 Saab 9-5

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,870 mi
Last recorded164,870 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK09 RJU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 164,870 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 160,753 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 160,750 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel tank / filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 157,089 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Very corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 151,947 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 145,357 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 140,849 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OUTER ROSE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OUTER ROSE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 132,553 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Upper & Lower on hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 125,763 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 125,716 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 118,508 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 107,857 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 96,562 miles

both rear tyres stepped on inner edges

Pass 9 Jun 2014 86,822 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 74,079 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 51,522 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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CK09 RJU is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CK09 RJU, 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 CK09 RJU registered?

CK09 RJU is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 June 2009.

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