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GU57 UFX

2007 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

91,643 mi
Last recorded91,643 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 UFX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 91,643 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 85,711 miles

Nearside Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top bush in knuckle - slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (frontmost) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2024 85,711 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top bush in knuckle - slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (frontmost) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 81,177 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 78,335 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside Lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rose Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 79,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM BALD inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass deteriorated/darkening (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm WORN & DAMAGED/SCRUBBED tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass deteriorated/darkening (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre WORN & MISS SHAPED inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2020 74,084 miles

Nearside 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 26 Mar 2019 69,683 miles

Nearside Front outer tyre sidewall damage

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 59,286 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 57,222 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 52,970 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 49,007 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 44,161 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 39,988 miles

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 3 Sep 2012 33,930 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 28,149 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2010 20,563 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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GU57 UFX is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GU57 UFX, 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 GU57 UFX?

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What year was GU57 UFX registered?

GU57 UFX is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is GU57 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 UFX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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