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LA07 OXW

2007 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

175,399 mi
Last recorded175,399 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA07 OXW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 175,399 miles

suspension parts and underside corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2025 166,635 miles

exhaust outer skin corroded

underside of vechicle and suspension parts corroded

Fail 19 Jun 2025 166,635 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust outer skin corroded

underside of vechicle and suspension parts corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2024 161,939 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust outer skins corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2023 155,324 miles

Centre stop lamp permanently disconnected.

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear inner wheel arch areas. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust system getting corroded (outer skins of the exhaust boxes).

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under-side of the vehicle getting corroded.

Pass 5 Aug 2022 143,450 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Jul 2021 130,323 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 117,984 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 107,122 miles

Advise rear exhaust box corroded and outer skin peeling away.

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 92,869 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION AND STEERING COMPONENTS CORRODED

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

NEARSIDE FRONT OUTER SIDE WALL SPLIT

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2018 92,858 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure UNEVEN WEAR (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure UNEVEN WEAR (5.2.3 (d) (i))

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION AND STEERING COMPONENTS CORRODED

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

NEARSIDE FRONT OUTER SIDE WALL SPLIT

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 78,215 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED.

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 62,327 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear section (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear section (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 47,552 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 35,850 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 21,713 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 21,713 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 10,730 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 8,793 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2010 6,453 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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LA07 OXW is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LA07 OXW, 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.

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What year was LA07 OXW registered?

LA07 OXW is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 August 2007.

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