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VO05 DTN

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

50,584 mi
Last recorded50,584 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO05 DTN
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 50,584 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 50,398 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 50,398 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 50,169 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 49,899 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 49,555 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 49,173 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 48,834 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 48,648 miles

Nearside Front headlamp lense faded

Offside Front headlamp lence faded

Pass 22 May 2017 48,591 miles

Front tyres deteriorated

Pass 20 May 2016 48,432 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 48,432 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 47,311 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 45,517 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 44,937 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 43,004 miles

rear exhaust box detoirating

Pass 7 Jun 2011 41,030 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 39,146 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,146 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 36,043 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 17 Feb 2009 32,139 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 25,597 miles

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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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VO05 DTN is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VO05 DTN, 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 VO05 DTN registered?

VO05 DTN is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VO05 DTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO05 DTN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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