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VN05 DBX

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

115,799 mi
Last recorded115,799 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 DBX
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 115,799 miles

Brake pipes covered in grease

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Repairable ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 107,099 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 101,604 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 88,355 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 78,568 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 78,568 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 71,614 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2016 64,627 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2016 64,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2015 57,812 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 50,768 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 May 2013 45,428 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 41,354 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 36,052 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 30,155 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 25,114 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 19,630 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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VN05 DBX is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VN05 DBX, 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 VN05 DBX registered?

VN05 DBX is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is VN05 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN05 DBX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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