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J70 SAB

2010 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

177,861 mi
Last recorded177,861 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-576,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 SAB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 177,861 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 177,724 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 165,583 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 152,834 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 152,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 138,760 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 127,481 miles

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

O/S/R AND N/S/R SUSPENSION BUMP STOPS IN POOR CONDITION

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Oct 2020 118,084 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 108,624 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 93,253 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 79,592 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 64,337 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 50,203 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 46,074 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 34,755 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 22,331 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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J70 SAB is a 2010 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2010 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 76,647 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 J70 SAB, 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 16 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 J70 SAB registered?

J70 SAB is a 2010 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 July 2010.

Is J70 SAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 SAB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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