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EX05 LPP

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

145,713 mi
Last recorded145,713 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 LPP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 145,713 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 145,479 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 145,363 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 145,266 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 142,814 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 139,302 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 134,898 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 127,937 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 117,731 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 117,731 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 103,927 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 91,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 80,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 68,273 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 56,931 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 48,249 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 42,369 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 32,341 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,964 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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EX05 LPP is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EX05 LPP, 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 EX05 LPP registered?

EX05 LPP is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is EX05 LPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 LPP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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