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CA54 XUP

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,525 mi
Last recorded132,525 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 XUP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 132,525 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Possible engine or gearbox mount deteriorated

Fail 6 Jan 2017 132,477 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect nearside and offside (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Possible engine or gearbox mount deteriorated

Pass 20 Jan 2016 125,533 miles

brake pipes rusting

chassis and prescribed areas beginning to show signs of rust

slight play in n/s/f track rod end

Pass 13 Jan 2015 119,582 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 119,582 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 114,148 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 106,741 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 101,948 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 20 Jan 2011 93,467 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 78,227 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 64,524 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 48,406 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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CA54 XUP is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CA54 XUP, 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 CA54 XUP registered?

CA54 XUP is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 January 2005.

Is CA54 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA54 XUP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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