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EX55 OWF

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,173 mi
Last recorded138,173 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 OWF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 138,173 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 138,173 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 135,451 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 129,469 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 124,858 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 116,543 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 11 Dec 2013 106,739 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 100,799 miles

Front Brake pad(s) repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2011 93,370 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 93,370 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 86,168 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 78,979 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front brakes pads wearing low.

front tyres worn 2/3mm.

oil leaks around o/s engine area.

Pass 22 Dec 2008 71,116 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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EX55 OWF is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EX55 OWF, 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 EX55 OWF registered?

EX55 OWF is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is EX55 OWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 OWF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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