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LR61 LXF

2011 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

84,172 mi
Last recorded84,172 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-575,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR61 LXF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 84,172 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 80,914 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 76,455 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 72,166 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 67,308 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 61,046 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 61,004 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Apr 2020 57,450 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 51,714 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 45,943 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 45,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 40,136 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 40,136 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2016 35,321 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 35,321 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 29,315 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear both tyre has slightly cracked on the tread wall

Fail 27 May 2015 29,315 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear both tyre has slightly cracked on the tread wall

Pass 11 Jul 2014 24,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advice deep cuts on outer wallofn/s/r tyre

Fail 9 Jul 2014 24,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advice deep cuts on outer wallofn/s/r tyre

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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LR61 LXF is a 2011 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 75,996 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 LR61 LXF, 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 15 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 LR61 LXF?

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What year was LR61 LXF registered?

LR61 LXF is a 2011 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is LR61 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR61 LXF shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR61 LXF have outstanding finance?

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