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VE55 SGX

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,132 mi
Last recorded120,132 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 SGX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 120,132 miles

Nearside Rear outer casing on exhaust box deterorated

Rear both rear brake discs worn

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 118,529 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 114,435 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2014 110,825 miles

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Fail 21 Nov 2014 110,825 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Pass 2 Jan 2013 93,945 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2012 93,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2011 78,711 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Fail 31 Dec 2011 78,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 65,349 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 52,581 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 37,992 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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VE55 SGX is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE55 SGX, 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

How do I check the history of VE55 SGX?

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What year was VE55 SGX registered?

VE55 SGX is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is VE55 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 SGX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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