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WF55 UKG

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

137,014 mi
Last recorded137,014 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 UKG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 137,014 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 129,978 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 118,340 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 118,309 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 along floor (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement h/brake return spring missing (3.5.1k)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 109,720 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 along floor (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 109,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 along floor (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 109,720 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both pipes on o/s floor (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 101,423 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 95,424 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 86,471 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 86,470 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2012 80,760 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 68,212 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 16 May 2011 68,212 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 55,793 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 43,507 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 42,007 miles

Rear wiper split

Undertray fitted

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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WF55 UKG is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WF55 UKG, 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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WF55 UKG is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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