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LR59 APY

2009 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

142,841 mi
Last recorded142,841 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 APY
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 142,841 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 123,581 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 123,581 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 104,738 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 99,923 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 93,409 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 87,503 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 85,817 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 85,817 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 80,417 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 80,417 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 75,104 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 75,104 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 67,554 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 67,554 miles

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 61,058 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 52,936 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 52,936 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 43,860 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 43,860 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 36,533 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,368 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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LR59 APY is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 LR59 APY, 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 LR59 APY?

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What year was LR59 APY registered?

LR59 APY is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LR59 APY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 APY shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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