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FG05 DRV

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,091 mi
Last recorded100,091 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 DRV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2019 100,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded out of flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Front to Rear pipe fouling anti roll bar (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded out of flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 97,726 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 97,169 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 95,720 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 93,751 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 93,751 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 May 2015 91,290 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 84,983 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 77,581 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 67,241 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 56,831 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 44,797 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 35,727 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 26,128 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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FG05 DRV is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FG05 DRV, 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 FG05 DRV registered?

FG05 DRV is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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The MOT history for FG05 DRV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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