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VN55 BVH

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

163,798 mi
Last recorded163,798 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 BVH
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 163,798 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 163,798 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 145,454 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 134,201 miles

all brake disc worn and rusty

Fail 24 Nov 2014 134,201 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

all brake disc worn and rusty

Pass 31 Oct 2013 119,003 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 119,003 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 105,012 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 101,510 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 101,510 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Movement in frount subframe bushes alowing movemet in steering

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 99,728 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 97,598 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 95,316 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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VN55 BVH is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 VN55 BVH, 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 VN55 BVH registered?

VN55 BVH is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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