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WP05 FBO

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,866 mi
Last recorded152,866 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 FBO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 152,866 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 152,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 143,795 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Sep 2013 133,718 miles

CHILD SEATS FITTED BOTH SIDES AT REAR // PLAY IN FRONT SUBFRAME REAR MOUNTING BUSHES

Fail 12 Sep 2013 133,717 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

CHILD SEATS FITTED BOTH SIDES AT REAR // PLAY IN FRONT SUBFRAME REAR MOUNTING BUSHES

Fail 11 Sep 2012 123,795 miles

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

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 11 Sep 2012 123,795 miles

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 15 Aug 2011 114,469 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 107,893 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 99,699 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 76,480 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 76,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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WP05 FBO is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WP05 FBO, 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 WP05 FBO registered?

WP05 FBO is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is WP05 FBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP05 FBO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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