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LA05 EZR

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,857 mi
Last recorded141,857 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 EZR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 141,857 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 141,855 miles

Air suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened front to back (2.4.D.3)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 127,245 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 12,220 miles

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

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 12,218 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 97,157 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 84,426 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 70,062 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 70,062 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 55,428 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 42,266 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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LA05 EZR is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LA05 EZR, 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 LA05 EZR registered?

LA05 EZR is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is LA05 EZR safe to buy?

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