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LR59 MXN

2009 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,722 mi
Last recorded61,722 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 MXN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 61,722 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

handbrake lever has travel

Pass 4 Dec 2024 53,438 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))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 53,433 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 47,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread stepped on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread stepped on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 37,320 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 6 Oct 2021 36,565 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))

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2020 36,135 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2019 35,853 miles

undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2018 33,146 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 33,146 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 29,535 miles

undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 26,250 miles

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2015 23,648 miles

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2014 19,372 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 15,062 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 10,216 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 MXN is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LR59 MXN, 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 LR59 MXN registered?

LR59 MXN is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is LR59 MXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 MXN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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