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EN05 EVR

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,183 mi
Last recorded79,183 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 EVR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 79,183 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2022 74,935 miles

exhaust back box corroded on outer casing

Pass 2 Jul 2021 70,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2020 66,727 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust back box corroded

oil dampness around bottom of engine

Fail 28 Jul 2020 66,727 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust back box corroded

oil dampness around bottom of engine

Pass 19 Jul 2019 65,267 miles

rear exhaust system corroded back box

Pass 31 Jul 2018 62,439 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 60,330 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 57,420 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 54,103 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 50,183 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 46,016 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 41,152 miles

both front and offside rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 11 Jan 2011 35,643 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 28,578 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 21,301 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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EN05 EVR is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EN05 EVR, 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

How do I check the history of EN05 EVR?

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What year was EN05 EVR registered?

EN05 EVR is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is EN05 EVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 EVR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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