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DE57 HVB

2007 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,975 mi
Last recorded84,975 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 HVB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 84,975 miles

Corrosion to n/s and o/s rear wheel arches

Pass 22 Jan 2025 84,914 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 24 Jan 2024 84,141 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 84,039 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 83,654 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 83,451 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 83,227 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 81,127 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 81,127 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 77,605 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))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 77,605 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 72,713 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 63,184 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 63,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 58,456 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 58,391 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 54,471 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Oct 2014 54,471 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2013 48,904 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2012 42,316 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 33,321 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,995 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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DE57 HVB is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DE57 HVB, 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 DE57 HVB registered?

DE57 HVB is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is DE57 HVB safe to buy?

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