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WU05 YNO

2005 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,821 mi
Last recorded87,821 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 YNO
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 87,821 miles

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

Oil low (not on dipstick)

Pass 28 Mar 2018 79,891 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 73,247 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 69,754 miles

rear exhaust rusty

Fail 21 Jan 2016 69,745 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 7 Jan 2015 59,668 miles

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

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

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 8 Jan 2014 51,347 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 44,811 miles

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

wipers smeary

Fail 8 Jan 2013 44,811 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

wipers smeary

Pass 18 Jan 2012 38,714 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 33,209 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 28,598 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 22,703 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 17,042 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 17,042 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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 YNO is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 WU05 YNO, 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

How do I check the history of WU05 YNO?

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What year was WU05 YNO registered?

WU05 YNO is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is WU05 YNO safe to buy?

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