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AF61 YTR

2011 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

191,660 mi
Last recorded191,660 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-575,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 YTR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 191,660 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 185,181 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber shrouds insecure nearside and offside

oil leak engine areas

Pass 22 Sep 2023 178,486 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 178,479 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2022 166,246 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 160,342 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 160,225 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 138,511 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 118,134 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 95,157 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 69,808 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 51,780 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 35,594 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 23,460 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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AF61 YTR is a 2011 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF61 YTR, 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 AF61 YTR?

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What year was AF61 YTR registered?

AF61 YTR is a 2011 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 October 2011.

Is AF61 YTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 YTR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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