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RV59 GUK

2009 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

93,361 mi
Last recorded93,361 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 GUK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 93,361 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 86,864 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2024 86,697 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 77,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

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

exhaust back box in poor condition

Pass 28 Oct 2022 68,659 miles

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

Nearside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 10 Nov 2021 59,241 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 51,652 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 44,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread deepth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 35,429 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 22,976 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 21,647 miles

slight oil leak from steering rack

Fail 7 Dec 2016 21,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 2 Dec 2015 20,009 miles

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Dec 2015 20,009 miles

Headlamp aim too low n/s and o/s (1.8)

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 16,759 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 14,519 miles

covers on sills

Pass 12 Dec 2012 11,314 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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RV59 GUK is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 RV59 GUK, 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 RV59 GUK registered?

RV59 GUK is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is RV59 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 GUK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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