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VK05 TNX

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,172 mi
Last recorded105,172 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 TNX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 105,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

superficial corrosion to underside suspension but not to excess

superficial cracking to both front tyres but not excess

Pass 28 Oct 2024 103,849 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 103,849 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 102,816 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 101,347 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 99,979 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 99,979 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 98,714 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 98,712 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 94,513 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 94,513 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 88,590 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 85,111 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

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

both rear tyres perished on sidewalls

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 May 2017 85,111 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both rear tyres perished on sidewalls

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2016 79,004 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 72,683 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 67,019 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 61,301 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2013 61,301 miles
Pass 7 May 2012 54,689 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 46,312 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres perished

Pass 24 Mar 2010 36,466 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 30,929 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 25,718 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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VK05 TNX is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 VK05 TNX, 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 VK05 TNX registered?

VK05 TNX is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is VK05 TNX safe to buy?

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