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VN55 VXF

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

155,910 mi
Last recorded155,910 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 VXF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 155,910 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 147,341 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 139,175 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 127,958 miles

Nearside Rear 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 4 Nov 2013 120,144 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 120,123 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 115,235 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

service due displayed on dash

Pass 25 Oct 2011 94,940 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 72,294 miles

N/S/F anti roll bar link has slight play

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 54,864 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 36,520 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 VXF is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VN55 VXF, 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 VXF registered?

VN55 VXF is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is VN55 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN55 VXF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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