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LG59 URN

2009 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,694 mi
Last recorded114,694 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 URN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 114,694 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 107,976 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 107,976 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 99,825 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust rear silencer corroded

sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 21 Oct 2020 99,814 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit .50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty + steering heavy and noisey (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Nearside parking brake lower effort

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust rear silencer corroded

sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 7 Oct 2019 91,083 miles

outer sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 7 Oct 2019 91,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

outer sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 27 Sep 2018 76,850 miles

engine and outer sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 13 Sep 2017 57,292 miles

r/n/s tyre inner edge worn

Pass 30 Sep 2016 43,715 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 29,169 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 21,216 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 18,373 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 14,918 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 URN is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 URN, 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.

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What year was LG59 URN registered?

LG59 URN is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 September 2009.

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