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FE05 MGZ

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,647 mi
Last recorded98,647 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 MGZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 98,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 98,647 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 87,349 miles

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

off side rear brake pipe corroding

Pass 23 Apr 2013 77,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 77,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 65,572 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Mar 2011 55,384 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 55,381 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 53,005 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 48,737 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 38,595 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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FE05 MGZ is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FE05 MGZ, 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

How do I check the history of FE05 MGZ?

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What year was FE05 MGZ registered?

FE05 MGZ is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is FE05 MGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 MGZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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