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AK57 AZO

2007 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

117,525 mi
Last recorded117,525 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-588,056 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 AZO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 117,525 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 108,922 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 96,995 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 85,653 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 85,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 76,453 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 72,241 miles

Central Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 68,197 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 63,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 59,746 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 55,355 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 51,326 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 47,757 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,708 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 38,685 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,399 miles

n/side front tyre low inner and outer edges

Pass 2 Oct 2010 25,482 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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AK57 AZO is a 2007 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 AK57 AZO, 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.

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What year was AK57 AZO registered?

AK57 AZO is a 2007 Saab 9-5, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is AK57 AZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 AZO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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