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FV56 LJE

2007 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

94,436 mi
Last recorded94,436 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 LJE
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 94,436 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 91,424 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 88,506 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 85,732 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 83,193 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 81,446 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 79,259 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 75,720 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 71,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 24 Jan 2017 67,202 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 67,202 miles

Fuel system component leaking u/side fuel filter area (7.2.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 61,418 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 56,540 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)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 50,803 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 44,022 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 38,126 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 30,618 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 24,058 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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FV56 LJE is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FV56 LJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV56 LJE?

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What year was FV56 LJE registered?

FV56 LJE is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is FV56 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 LJE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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