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KR55 OJC

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

136,126 mi
Last recorded136,126 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 OJC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 136,126 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 135,275 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 134,141 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 133,382 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 132,834 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 132,834 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 132,393 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 129,569 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 126,830 miles

Nearside Front head lamp Light intensity reduced

Nearside Rear tyre uneven wear

Offside Rear tyre uneven wear

Fail 30 Aug 2019 126,830 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front head lamp Light intensity reduced

Nearside Rear tyre uneven wear

Offside Rear tyre uneven wear

engine vacuum leak but not affecting brakes

Pass 1 Sep 2018 120,192 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 120,192 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 114,924 miles

Offside Front dip beam slightly discoloured

Pass 5 Aug 2016 105,342 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 92,654 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 72,583 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 65,094 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 58,847 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 52,529 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 44,207 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 44,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2009 36,425 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 3 Dec 2008 28,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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KR55 OJC is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KR55 OJC, 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

How do I check the history of KR55 OJC?

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What year was KR55 OJC registered?

KR55 OJC is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is KR55 OJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 OJC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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