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LA07 DAO

2007 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

138,709 mi
Last recorded138,709 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA07 DAO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 138,709 miles

EML on during test

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak general engine oil leak ()

Fail 4 May 2017 138,709 miles

EML on during test

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak general engine oil leak ()

Pass 25 Feb 2016 123,823 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 25 Feb 2016 123,823 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2014 91,608 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML Light on during test

N/S Rear door not opening from inside, child locked?

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 80,582 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 60,285 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 58,596 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 44,714 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 30,588 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 30,588 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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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LA07 DAO is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LA07 DAO, 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

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What year was LA07 DAO registered?

LA07 DAO is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 July 2007.

Is LA07 DAO safe to buy?

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