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KU05 URX

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,737 mi
Last recorded85,737 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 URX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,737 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 72,678 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 58,313 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 43,506 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 43,506 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 31,119 miles

long travel on interior handbrake lever.

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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KU05 URX is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KU05 URX, 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 KU05 URX?

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What year was KU05 URX registered?

KU05 URX is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is KU05 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 URX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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