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SL05 XEA

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,329 mi
Last recorded124,329 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 XEA
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 124,329 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 121,450 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 110,459 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 101,155 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 101,155 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 91,461 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 79,375 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 64,426 miles

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

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

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 XEA is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc 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 XEA, 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 XEA registered?

SL05 XEA is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is SL05 XEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL05 XEA 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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