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WN05 EXM

2005 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,782 mi
Last recorded126,782 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN05 EXM
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 126,782 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 111,610 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 102,960 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 102,960 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear 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 10 Jun 2008 80,819 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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WN05 EXM is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WN05 EXM, 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 WN05 EXM registered?

WN05 EXM is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is WN05 EXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN05 EXM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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