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LB05 SXG

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

204,950 mi
Last recorded204,950 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 SXG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2023 204,950 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 5 Jul 2023 204,901 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2022 199,976 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear shock absorbers slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2021 195,805 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear both shocks corrosion apparent

Rear suspension corrosion apparent

both rear shocks stained

Pass 13 Jul 2020 192,928 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 188,666 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 178,419 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2017 173,806 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 173,806 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 May 2016 166,724 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 160,421 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 160,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 151,312 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 141,653 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 133,469 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 124,574 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 124,571 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 May 2010 115,124 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 103,950 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads fitted upside down

front wiper blades split on ends

Fail 2 Jun 2009 103,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads fitted upside down

front wiper blades split on ends

Pass 2 Jul 2008 84,282 miles

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

Offside 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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LB05 SXG is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LB05 SXG, 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 SXG registered?

LB05 SXG is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 14 July 2005.

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The MOT history for LB05 SXG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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