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FX05 PXT

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

152,924 mi
Last recorded152,924 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 PXT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 152,924 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 147,672 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 143,388 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 139,259 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 134,386 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 129,794 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 123,642 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 113,664 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 103,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 92,912 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 88,689 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 88,683 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2014 80,707 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 72,383 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 64,752 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 55,906 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 44,862 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 35,243 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 25,257 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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FX05 PXT is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FX05 PXT, 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 FX05 PXT registered?

FX05 PXT is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is FX05 PXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 PXT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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