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SF12 MSX

2012 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,018 mi
Last recorded61,018 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-568,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF12 MSX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 61,018 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 50,943 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 47,361 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

General underside corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 40,988 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

General underside body and suspension corroded

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 38,455 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 36,988 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 35,738 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 34,173 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 30,373 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 25,703 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 21,558 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 17,363 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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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SF12 MSX is a 2012 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 68,024 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 SF12 MSX, 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 14 years old, this Saab 9-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF12 MSX registered?

SF12 MSX is a 2012 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is SF12 MSX safe to buy?

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