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VE55 SKU

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,458 mi
Last recorded98,458 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 SKU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 98,458 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 98,405 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded To O/S/R hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 94,791 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 94,791 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 90,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm 235/45 ZR17 97W (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Repairable ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 25 Aug 2017 89,774 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement The rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective Sprays the floor (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm 235/45 ZR17 97W (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Repairable ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 82,415 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 75,123 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Aug 2014 68,054 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 61,693 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 55,471 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 47,976 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 37,035 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 27,691 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 22,363 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2008 22,363 miles

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

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

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

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 SKU is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SKU, 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 VE55 SKU registered?

VE55 SKU is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is VE55 SKU safe to buy?

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