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LV59 KMJ

2009 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

147,040 mi
Last recorded147,040 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 KMJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 147,040 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

backbox outer skin corroded but not leaking

central exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 25 Nov 2025 147,040 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

backbox outer skin corroded but not leaking

central exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 21 Nov 2024 137,184 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust backbox outer skin corroded but not leaking

Fail 21 Nov 2024 137,184 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust backbox outer skin corroded but not leaking

Pass 15 Nov 2023 129,479 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

condition of exhaust back box

hand brake travel high

Pass 23 Nov 2022 120,706 miles

slght wear front tyres on edges

Pass 29 Oct 2021 113,232 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 113,232 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 108,023 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 12 Nov 2019 100,637 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 100,637 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 91,206 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 91,202 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear 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 2 Nov 2017 79,213 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 68,059 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 57,822 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 51,097 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 42,297 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 42,297 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 28,840 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
Full Saab 9-5 reliability report

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LV59 KMJ is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LV59 KMJ, 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 LV59 KMJ registered?

LV59 KMJ is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is LV59 KMJ safe to buy?

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