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WF05 BYP

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

166,302 mi
Last recorded166,302 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 BYP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 166,302 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 166,302 miles

Offside Brake cable insecure bracket broken away from mounting pulling on brake hose (3.5.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported brake hose/brake pipe bracket broken away from mounting (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 153,720 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 141,887 miles

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

front brake discs are lipped

slight play in rear hub bushes

Fail 18 Dec 2014 130,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake fluid needs replacing

sat/nav bracket,smelly and dice were removed by the tester prior to the mot

slight play in the nsr hub bushes

Pass 18 Dec 2014 130,927 miles

brake fluid needs replacing

sat/nav bracket,smelly and dice were removed by the tester prior to the mot

slight play in the nsr hub bushes

Pass 5 Dec 2013 117,411 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 108,623 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2012 108,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 93,752 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 83,099 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 74,831 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 66,804 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 57,697 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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WF05 BYP is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WF05 BYP, 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 WF05 BYP registered?

WF05 BYP is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is WF05 BYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF05 BYP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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