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LB05 SXV

2005 Saab 9-5

Beige Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

203,430 mi
Last recorded203,430 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 SXV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 203,430 miles

Nearside Front repeator lens damaged

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Sep 2017 203,430 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front repeator lens damaged

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 183,856 miles

cut in n/side rear tyre but not down to cords

rear silencer condition poor

Fail 21 Sep 2016 183,856 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

cut in n/side rear tyre but not down to cords

rear silencer condition poor

Pass 22 Sep 2015 159,204 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Outer bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S/R & O/S/F tyres getting low on tread

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F & N/S/R on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 140,823 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 118,907 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 108,010 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 95,331 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 80,757 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 67,403 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 63,217 miles

parking brake lever travel high, but still has reserve travel

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 SXV is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Beige with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LB05 SXV, 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 SXV registered?

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

Is LB05 SXV safe to buy?

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