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RY05 GXV

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

118,487 mi
Last recorded118,487 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 GXV
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 118,487 miles

general corrosion under the vehilce

Pass 20 May 2025 115,675 miles

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Rear Exhaust section corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe and suspension parts and mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 113,149 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushed worn and corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 111,329 miles

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

Front Sub-frame/suspension arms corroded but not seriously weakened

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays/sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Jun 2022 109,370 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 106,556 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 104,362 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 104,362 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 101,948 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 99,250 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 95,835 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 92,577 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust tailbox rusty/deteriorated

offside door mirror glass tarnished

Pass 3 Jun 2015 86,651 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

exhaust tailbox rusty/deteriorated

Pass 23 Jun 2014 79,404 miles

both rear tyres perished/out of shape

Pass 20 Jun 2013 73,012 miles

both rear tyres going out of shape

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Jun 2012 65,521 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 59,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 59,316 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 52,098 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 44,778 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 44,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 35,949 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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RY05 GXV is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RY05 GXV, 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 RY05 GXV registered?

RY05 GXV is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is RY05 GXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 GXV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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