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BN55 LWA

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

110,000 mi
Last recorded110,000 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 LWA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 110,000 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted not allowing inspection of adult belt

corrosion on front and rear subframes and suspension components

Fail 26 Oct 2015 109,985 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted not allowing inspection of adult belt

corrosion on front and rear subframes and suspension components

Pass 30 Oct 2014 104,457 miles

advise monitor tyre pressures and engine oil level topped up engine oil level to carry out emmissions test n/s rear tyre very low monitor

Fail 30 Oct 2014 104,457 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

advise monitor tyre pressures and engine oil level topped up engine oil level to carry out emmissions test n/s rear tyre very low monitor

Fail 7 Oct 2013 100,609 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 100,609 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 95,956 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 89,819 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 77,685 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 77,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 68,302 miles

Slight oil leak from transmission

Pass 22 Oct 2008 53,810 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2008 53,810 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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BN55 LWA is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 91,500 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 BN55 LWA, 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 21 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 BN55 LWA registered?

BN55 LWA is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is BN55 LWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 LWA shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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