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GK05 XMC

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

163,928 mi
Last recorded163,928 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 XMC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 163,928 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 159,872 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 155,754 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 151,654 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 145,564 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 145,564 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2012 142,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 142,388 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 133,191 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 133,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside rear Brake Disc slightly corroded and Worn

Pass 17 Feb 2010 113,269 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 91,031 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 68,220 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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GK05 XMC is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GK05 XMC, 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 GK05 XMC registered?

GK05 XMC is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is GK05 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 XMC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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