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KP05 MZL

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,224 mi
Last recorded98,224 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 MZL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 98,224 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Aug 2017 87,103 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 80,430 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

brake pipe corroded

Fail 2 Aug 2016 80,429 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

brake pipe corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2015 76,328 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 71,129 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 65,237 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 57,771 miles

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

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

rear tyres cracking

Pass 15 Apr 2011 44,268 miles

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

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

sills covered

Pass 20 Jul 2010 40,028 miles

cannot inspect outer sills coveredby plastic bodykit

Pass 23 Jun 2009 34,424 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 28,548 miles

rear wiper blade worn

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 MZL is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KP05 MZL, 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 MZL registered?

KP05 MZL is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is KP05 MZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 MZL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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