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A12 YDR

2007 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,879 mi
Last recorded99,879 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 YDR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 99,879 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 99,879 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 95,697 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 95,967 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2017 91,638 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 4 Aug 2017 91,638 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 88,025 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

exhaust detioriated

n/s/f tyre worn low in centre

nail in n/s/f tyre

o/s/f tyre worn low in centre

Pass 20 Jul 2015 85,155 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 82,901 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 82,901 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 80,972 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 71,234 miles

Rear trailing arms slightly split

Pass 18 Nov 2011 58,029 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 51,302 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 51,293 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 40,808 miles

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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A12 YDR is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 88,056 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 A12 YDR, 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 19 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 A12 YDR registered?

A12 YDR is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 January 2007.

Is A12 YDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 YDR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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