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FE59 WAO

2009 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,132 mi
Last recorded73,132 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 WAO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 73,132 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 73,125 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Fuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/r17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 69,256 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 61,816 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 59,459 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 16 May 2019 59,444 miles

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 56,164 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 53,137 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 52,501 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2015 52,489 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 45,757 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Dec 2013 38,445 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 38,445 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 29,965 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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FE59 WAO is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FE59 WAO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FE59 WAO?

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What year was FE59 WAO registered?

FE59 WAO is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is FE59 WAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 WAO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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