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HY55 WNW

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

102,723 mi
Last recorded102,723 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY55 WNW
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 102,723 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 9 May 2025 99,035 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

under trays front to rear

Pass 28 May 2024 94,782 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 3 May 2023 92,458 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded slightly

sill covers fitted

Pass 4 May 2022 88,832 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

over sills fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2021 83,505 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 27 Apr 2021 83,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 12 May 2020 79,125 miles

Central Rear exhaust rusty

rear subframe and arms rusty

Pass 7 Nov 2018 78,597 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 78,302 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 78,258 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 77,874 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 76,694 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 70,019 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 61,774 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 55,098 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 44,541 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 9 Sep 2009 35,668 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 27,619 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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HY55 WNW is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol 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 HY55 WNW, 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 HY55 WNW registered?

HY55 WNW is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is HY55 WNW safe to buy?

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