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VK59 NTL

2009 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

99,807 mi
Last recorded99,807 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 NTL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 99,807 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2016 99,807 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 99,795 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 94,895 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 94,895 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 81,490 miles

n/s & o/s rear shock absorbers misting of oil

n/s & o/s rear tyres close to limit

slight play n/s rear outer suspension arm bush

Fail 28 Oct 2013 66,642 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 66,642 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 49,447 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VK59 NTL is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 VK59 NTL, 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.

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What year was VK59 NTL registered?

VK59 NTL is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is VK59 NTL safe to buy?

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