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SL05 RHX

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,633 mi
Last recorded101,633 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 RHX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 101,633 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 92,915 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 82,732 miles

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

fuel pipes slightly corroaded,o/s/r tyre mishaped,brake pipes slightly coroaded,

Fail 7 Mar 2011 72,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 72,469 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 59,241 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 47,262 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 36,524 miles

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

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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SL05 RHX is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SL05 RHX, 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 SL05 RHX registered?

SL05 RHX is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is SL05 RHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL05 RHX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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