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CV05 XJX

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,128 mi
Last recorded91,128 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 XJX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 91,128 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 91,119 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 90,565 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 89,232 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 88,357 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 88,327 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 86,726 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

covers over both outer sills

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 15 Jun 2016 86,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure fouling moving parts (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

covers over both outer sills

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2015 82,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 78,546 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 70,927 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 66,756 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2011 62,794 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 54,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 12 Mar 2010 51,731 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 43,918 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 35,510 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 35,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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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CV05 XJX is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CV05 XJX, 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 CV05 XJX registered?

CV05 XJX is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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