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CV57 VCG

2007 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

99,409 mi
Last recorded99,409 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV57 VCG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 99,409 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 89,197 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear rear exhaust

Pass 26 Nov 2021 81,003 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear silencer corroded

Fail 25 Nov 2021 80,992 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear silencer corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2020 76,025 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear silencer casing corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2019 69,681 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 May 2019 69,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 62,267 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2017 56,108 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules o/s n/s front/rear (3.6.B.4e)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened o/s n/s front/rear (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s n/s front (2.4.G.1)

plastic covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2015 51,255 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 43,442 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 38,349 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 38,349 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 33,595 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2011 29,834 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 26,088 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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CV57 VCG is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 CV57 VCG, 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 CV57 VCG registered?

CV57 VCG is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is CV57 VCG safe to buy?

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