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GY55 UTG

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

154,379 mi
Last recorded154,379 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 UTG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 154,379 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 153,971 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 145,210 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Possible engine mount worn, but unable to inspect as undertrays fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jul 2019 145,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Possible engine mount worn, but unable to inspect as undertrays fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 134,457 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 126,319 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 118,558 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 104,513 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 4 Nov 2014 96,988 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 88,228 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 80,678 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 71,807 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 56,396 miles

Under tray(s) fitted to vehicle not allowing a full inspection.

Fail 18 Mar 2010 56,396 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under tray(s) fitted to vehicle not allowing a full inspection.

Pass 3 Sep 2009 52,675 miles

advise uneven wear on rear tyres

Pass 16 Sep 2008 41,927 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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GY55 UTG is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GY55 UTG, 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 GY55 UTG registered?

GY55 UTG is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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