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GL05 FVS

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,892 mi
Last recorded162,892 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 FVS
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 162,892 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 162,892 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 152,070 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 152,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 138,810 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Jun 2013 124,478 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 124,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 108,631 miles

N/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 1 Jun 2011 92,205 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 78,705 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 3 Jun 2009 66,309 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 50,042 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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GL05 FVS is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL05 FVS, 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 GL05 FVS registered?

GL05 FVS is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 June 2005.

Is GL05 FVS safe to buy?

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