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WU05 YMK

2005 Saab 9-5

Red Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,860 mi
Last recorded107,860 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 YMK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 107,860 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded tank area (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2016 104,631 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded around petrol tank (3.6.B.2c)

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

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 27 Mar 2015 99,739 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 95,630 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 95,622 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 90,211 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs lipped

nearside rear upper hub bush has slight play

Fail 22 Apr 2013 90,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs lipped

nearside rear upper hub bush has slight play

Pass 20 Apr 2012 84,926 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 77,647 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs lipped

Pass 21 Apr 2010 71,691 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 64,308 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 55,098 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing 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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WU05 YMK is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Red with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WU05 YMK, 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 WU05 YMK registered?

WU05 YMK is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WU05 YMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 YMK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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