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LG59 URD

2009 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,476 mi
Last recorded35,476 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 URD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 35,476 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 35,074 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 34,563 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 33,939 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 33,565 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 32,960 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 32,291 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 31,462 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 30,636 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 28,290 miles

both rear tyres wearing close to limit

Pass 16 Oct 2015 25,982 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 31,963 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 18,683 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 18,683 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 16,331 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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LG59 URD is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LG59 URD, 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 LG59 URD registered?

LG59 URD is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is LG59 URD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 URD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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