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LB05 SXJ

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,013 mi
Last recorded90,013 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 SXJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 90,013 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 69,203 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Jun 2015 69,203 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Dec 2014 61,402 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 47,179 miles

nearside rear tyre close to limit and very low on outside edge

Pass 8 Oct 2012 41,523 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 39,609 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 36,659 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 32,479 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 27,307 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 SXJ is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SXJ, 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

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What year was LB05 SXJ registered?

LB05 SXJ is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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