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KR54 XPL

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,544 mi
Last recorded136,544 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 XPL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 136,544 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 123,350 miles

front and rear brake pads worn

rear nearside shock absorber leaking

Pass 17 Jan 2013 113,570 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 102,300 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 1 Dec 2011 102,300 miles

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

Coolant leak

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 91,798 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 78,405 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 52,983 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 39,318 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 39,255 miles

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

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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KR54 XPL is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KR54 XPL, 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 KR54 XPL registered?

KR54 XPL is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is KR54 XPL safe to buy?

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