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OU09 YCO

2009 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,653 mi
Last recorded94,653 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU09 YCO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 94,653 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 84,400 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 73,262 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 72,024 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2023 72,024 miles

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

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

exhaust heat shield

Fail 1 Mar 2023 72,014 miles

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

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 67,627 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 59,289 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 59,289 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 52,993 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 48,813 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 48,813 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2018 45,913 miles

engine management light on.

Fail 3 May 2018 45,913 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

engine management light on.

Pass 8 May 2017 43,303 miles

Nearside wiper blade smearing.

Fail 8 May 2017 43,303 miles

Nearside wiper blade smearing.

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

Pass 5 May 2016 40,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 36,376 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 29,152 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 27,777 miles

both rear tyre treads slightly perished

Pass 19 Feb 2013 22,527 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 17,544 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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OU09 YCO is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OU09 YCO, 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 OU09 YCO registered?

OU09 YCO is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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