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LG59 UZH

2009 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

185,163 mi
Last recorded185,163 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 UZH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2018 185,163 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 185,147 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 181,660 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 181,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 175,975 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 170,246 miles

EML on

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine + under body covers

n/s/f tyre wall damage + nail

Fail 21 Sep 2015 170,246 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

EML on

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine + under body covers

n/s/f tyre wall damage + nail

Pass 25 Sep 2014 162,042 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 125,058 miles

N/S/Rear tyre distorted on edges.

Fail 30 Sep 2013 125,034 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

N/S/Rear tyre distorted on edges.

Pass 21 Sep 2012 89,407 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 89,407 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 UZH is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 UZH, 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 UZH registered?

LG59 UZH is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LG59 UZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 UZH shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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