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SY61 TGU

2011 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,530 mi
Last recorded103,530 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-575,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY61 TGU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 103,530 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 92,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 92,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 80,395 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 70,613 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 70,317 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 70,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2021 65,225 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 61,339 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 54,459 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 48,967 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight lip on front brake discs

Pass 16 May 2017 41,750 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 33,488 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,052 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 20,311 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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SY61 TGU is a 2011 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 75,996 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 SY61 TGU, 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 15 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SY61 TGU?

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What year was SY61 TGU registered?

SY61 TGU is a 2011 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 September 2011.

Is SY61 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY61 TGU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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