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YR59 UYM

2009 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,401 mi
Last recorded125,401 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-579,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 UYM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 125,401 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 124,363 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 122,384 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 112,162 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 102,520 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 93,148 miles

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 77,016 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test PHONE MOUNT

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 55,488 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 51,951 miles

Engine Light Illuminated

Rear Registration Plate Fixings Deteriorated

Pass 1 Oct 2016 46,998 miles

Engine Light Illuminated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Oct 2015 40,675 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 35,519 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 31,019 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 24,876 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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YR59 UYM is a 2009 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel 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 YR59 UYM, 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

How do I check the history of YR59 UYM?

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What year was YR59 UYM registered?

YR59 UYM is a 2009 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 December 2009.

Is YR59 UYM safe to buy?

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