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WA05 WXU

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,953 mi
Last recorded108,953 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 WXU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 108,953 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 101,365 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 98,959 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

some corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Sep 2015 94,420 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 88,507 miles

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

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)

front brake discs worn

front suspension arms rusty

rear brake discs worn

Pass 18 Aug 2014 88,507 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)

front brake discs worn

front suspension arms rusty

rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Sep 2013 83,497 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front and rear brake discs worn

front suspension arms rusty

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 1 Oct 2012 79,476 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 75,421 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 63,479 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

n/s/f wiperblade slightly smeary

n/s/r handbrake cable mount loose

Pass 10 Mar 2010 52,438 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,632 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 28 Mar 2008 30,608 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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WA05 WXU is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WA05 WXU, 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 WA05 WXU registered?

WA05 WXU is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is WA05 WXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA05 WXU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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