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LG59 UYW

2009 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

16,697 mi
Last recorded16,697 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 UYW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 16,697 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 15,257 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 13,909 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 13,061 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 11,565 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 10,627 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 9,781 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 9,781 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear wiper blade smearing

Pass 26 Sep 2018 8,815 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 8,136 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 7,314 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 6,846 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 6,846 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 5,833 miles

rear both tyre has slightly cracked on the tread wall

Fail 19 Sep 2014 5,833 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear both tyre has slightly cracked on the tread wall

Fail 19 Sep 2013 4,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 4,670 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 3,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Sep 2012 3,595 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 UYW is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 LG59 UYW, 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

How do I check the history of LG59 UYW?

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What year was LG59 UYW registered?

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

Is LG59 UYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 UYW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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