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BN61 KEJ

2011 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,828 mi
Last recorded131,828 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-575,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 KEJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 131,828 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 130,775 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 129,828 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 129,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 127,558 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 125,166 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 119,439 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 111,983 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 97,992 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 81,009 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 63,729 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 48,434 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 29,280 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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BN61 KEJ is a 2011 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN61 KEJ, 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

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What year was BN61 KEJ registered?

BN61 KEJ is a 2011 Saab 9-5, first registered on 21 September 2011.

Is BN61 KEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 KEJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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