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HV11 GJK

2011 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

157,964 mi
Last recorded157,964 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-575,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV11 GJK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 157,964 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 157,964 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre low 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 148,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting low and slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2022 148,460 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting low and slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 179,856 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 139,755 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 124,393 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 124,393 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 103,522 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 May 2019 103,137 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 85,690 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 65,983 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2017 65,983 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 55,253 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 46,107 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 38,319 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

Fail 13 Mar 2014 37,783 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

front brake discs slightly lipped

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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HV11 GJK is a 2011 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2011 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 75,996 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 HV11 GJK, 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 15 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV11 GJK registered?

HV11 GJK is a 2011 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 March 2011.

Is HV11 GJK safe to buy?

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