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KP05 DXM

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

148,864 mi
Last recorded148,864 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 DXM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 148,864 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 148,864 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 133,806 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 133,806 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 121,806 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nearside rear brake disc corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2012 106,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

nearside rear brake disc corroded

Fail 5 Jul 2012 106,616 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

nearside rear brake disc corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2011 90,017 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 74,087 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 74,087 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 57,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 May 2008 44,234 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2008 44,234 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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KP05 DXM is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP05 DXM, 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 KP05 DXM registered?

KP05 DXM is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is KP05 DXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 DXM shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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