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WL05 CSU

2005 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

190,885 mi
Last recorded190,885 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL05 CSU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 190,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 190,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 156,731 miles

o/s/r light lense cracked

slight oil leak engine

small stone chip in screen

Pass 27 Jun 2014 82,638 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 79,541 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 70,345 miles

n/s/f tyre cut on sidewall not showing cord

Pass 19 Apr 2012 60,524 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 60,496 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 52,289 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 48,598 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s/rear tyre has a cut in the side wall but not to the cord

o/s/front tyre is wearing on the outer edge

Fail 30 Mar 2010 48,598 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/rear tyre has a cut in the side wall but not to the cord

o/s/front tyre is wearing on the outer edge

Pass 17 Apr 2009 41,339 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 34,578 miles

brake discs corroding

both rear tyres at 2-3mm

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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WL05 CSU is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WL05 CSU, 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 WL05 CSU registered?

WL05 CSU is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is WL05 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL05 CSU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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