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LB05 OTD

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,855 mi
Last recorded89,855 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 OTD
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 89,855 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lenses faded,need renewing (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 82,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

tyres wearing on outter edges

Pass 9 Sep 2014 82,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

tyres wearing on outter edges

Pass 6 Sep 2013 71,238 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Sep 2013 71,174 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Sep 2012 59,609 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 52,650 miles

front brake discs worn /ridged

Pass 25 Jun 2010 45,882 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 45,882 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre sidewall badly scuffed/ damaged ; strongly advise replace

Pass 1 Jul 2009 37,651 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 30,986 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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LB05 OTD is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol 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 LB05 OTD, 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 LB05 OTD registered?

LB05 OTD is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is LB05 OTD safe to buy?

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