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RO59 XYG

2009 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,043 mi
Last recorded156,043 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 XYG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 156,043 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 147,573 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 140,645 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 133,845 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 128,694 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 124,557 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))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 119,914 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 111,571 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 102,444 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 92,002 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 83,252 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 73,992 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2013 60,793 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 48,443 miles

Sill covers fitted

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 XYG is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XYG, 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 XYG registered?

RO59 XYG is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is RO59 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO59 XYG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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