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KN05 AFK

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

200,643 mi
Last recorded200,643 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 AFK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 200,643 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 200,643 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 184,434 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 163,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

OSF and NSR Tyres wearing on inner edges.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Dec 2014 163,511 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

OSF and NSR Tyres wearing on inner edges.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 149,399 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jan 2014 149,349 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2013 139,465 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 127,348 miles

rear brake pads appear low

rear exhaust silencer outer shell starting to corrode

Pass 8 Nov 2010 122,008 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 106,713 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 May 2008 75,606 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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KN05 AFK is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue 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 KN05 AFK, 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 KN05 AFK registered?

KN05 AFK is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is KN05 AFK safe to buy?

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