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HJ09 OBT

2009 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,029 mi
Last recorded77,029 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ09 OBT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 77,029 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 77,029 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 73,847 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 72,201 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 72,201 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 68,645 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 68,645 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 64,295 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH SHOCKS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 60,496 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 57,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 54,671 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 51,625 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 47,216 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 43,787 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 39,434 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 33,610 miles

rear tyres close too wear bars,stone cuts& perishing

Pass 21 Mar 2013 29,150 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 23,974 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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HJ09 OBT is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 HJ09 OBT, 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

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What year was HJ09 OBT registered?

HJ09 OBT is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 March 2009.

Is HJ09 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ09 OBT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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