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RO59 XYA

2009 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,113 mi
Last recorded120,113 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 XYA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 120,113 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 116,789 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 114,045 miles

Engine assembly seepage oil.

Pass 21 Sep 2022 111,456 miles

Brake fluid dark

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 108,792 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 104,311 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 101,183 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 96,027 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 95,850 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 94,718 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 94,718 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 88,372 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2014 70,506 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2013 56,471 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 39,625 miles

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

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

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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RO59 XYA is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RO59 XYA, 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 RO59 XYA registered?

RO59 XYA is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is RO59 XYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO59 XYA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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