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BW05 DDK

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,522 mi
Last recorded71,522 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 DDK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 71,522 miles

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

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2024 67,718 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 65,499 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2023 65,498 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2022 62,698 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 59,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 56,762 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 53,998 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 51,216 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 48,688 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 45,765 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 42,393 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 38,981 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 34,562 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 34,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Jul 2012 30,115 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 25,221 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 25,221 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 22,746 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 19,983 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 19,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 16,724 miles

Nearside Rear 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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BW05 DDK is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 BW05 DDK, 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.

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What year was BW05 DDK registered?

BW05 DDK is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is BW05 DDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW05 DDK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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