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NU09 ESG

2009 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

118,639 mi
Last recorded118,639 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU09 ESG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 118,639 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 118,639 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Sep 2025 118,491 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 118,489 miles

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

Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 118,286 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 117,995 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 117,885 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 117,885 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2019 115,691 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 104,742 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 103,525 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 103,525 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 97,350 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 95,075 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 95,075 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 93,685 miles

near side rear tyre has slight bulge on inside wall

Fail 23 Apr 2014 93,685 miles

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

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

near side rear tyre has slight bulge on inside wall

Pass 23 Apr 2013 90,461 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 71,064 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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NU09 ESG is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 NU09 ESG, 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 NU09 ESG registered?

NU09 ESG is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 June 2009.

Is NU09 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU09 ESG 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.

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