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RV55 VAM

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,578 mi
Last recorded131,578 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 VAM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 131,578 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 131,578 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 123,337 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 16 Feb 2021 120,090 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 120,090 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 111,152 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 105,882 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 95,875 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 83,707 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 83,707 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 May 2016 80,454 miles

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2015 73,742 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 65,191 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 15 May 2013 57,706 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 51,043 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 51,043 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 48,575 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 41,159 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 32,732 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 22,494 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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RV55 VAM is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV55 VAM, 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 RV55 VAM registered?

RV55 VAM is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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