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GF05 BNX

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,705 mi
Last recorded159,705 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 BNX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 May 2014 159,705 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2013 144,623 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 132,182 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 113,442 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2010 95,609 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 79,129 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 54,366 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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GF05 BNX is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GF05 BNX, 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

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What year was GF05 BNX registered?

GF05 BNX is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is GF05 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 BNX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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