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RV05 SNK

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,093 mi
Last recorded173,093 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 SNK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 173,093 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 173,091 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 161,971 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 161,971 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 154,255 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 148,828 miles

both rear tyres stepped

slight movement in both rear top suspension arm bushes

Pass 20 Jul 2012 137,620 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 128,986 miles

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN BOTH REAR SUSPENSION BUSHES

Pass 15 Jun 2010 116,684 miles

airbag light indicates a fault

Pass 29 Jun 2009 107,129 miles

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

both front tyres worn on outer edge

both rear tyre feathered on inner edge

rear brake discs in slightly poor condition

Pass 23 Jun 2008 86,666 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside front tyre outer side wall damaged (strong advise)

Offside exterior mirror outer cover damaged

Offside front light a little loose on fixings

Offside rear tyre worn on edges close to legal limit

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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RV05 SNK is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,960cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RV05 SNK, 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 RV05 SNK registered?

RV05 SNK is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is RV05 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 SNK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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