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SV05 TWU

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

131,934 mi
Last recorded131,934 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 TWU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 131,934 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 112,405 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 107,007 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

wiper motor not parking properly

Fail 3 Jan 2013 107,005 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

wiper motor not parking properly

Fail 23 Dec 2011 99,577 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front number plate broken

Near side mirror broken

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

Rear discs corroded

Pass 23 Dec 2011 99,577 miles

Front number plate broken

Near side mirror broken

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

Rear discs corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2010 84,582 miles

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

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

exhaust heat sheild insecure

rear brake discs showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 Jun 2009 68,655 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 68,655 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 50,606 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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SV05 TWU is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV05 TWU, 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 SV05 TWU registered?

SV05 TWU is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SV05 TWU safe to buy?

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