MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
136,775 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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
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
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)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front wipers split
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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.
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How do I check the history of EX05 VFV?
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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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