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EX55 PCF

2005 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,954 mi
Last recorded89,954 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 PCF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 89,954 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear light lamp poor condition

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/r hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 82,220 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 75,713 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 65,838 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 65,838 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre centre tread slightly low

Pass 13 Oct 2014 56,827 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 51,495 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 43,517 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 36,082 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 36,082 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 28,698 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 22,260 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 14,773 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 PCF is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Red 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 PCF, 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 PCF registered?

EX55 PCF is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is EX55 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 PCF 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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