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EX05 VFV

2005 Saab 9-5

Beige Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,775 mi
Last recorded136,775 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 VFV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2012 136,775 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f brake disc worped

Fail 30 Aug 2012 136,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f brake disc worped

Pass 26 Aug 2011 124,381 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 124,350 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 108,275 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 85,737 miles

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

front wipers split

Pass 19 Aug 2008 65,962 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 VFV is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VFV, 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 VFV registered?

EX05 VFV is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is EX05 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 VFV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX05 VFV have outstanding finance?

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