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WU55 CGG

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,580 mi
Last recorded90,580 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 CGG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2020 90,580 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

sill covers

sill covers

Fail 19 Feb 2020 90,580 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

sill covers

sill covers

Pass 27 Feb 2019 85,407 miles

nearside hbrake cable retaining bracket loose

Pass 6 Mar 2018 80,823 miles

Both headlamps cloudy!

Fail 6 Mar 2018 80,823 miles

Both headlamps cloudy!

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 77,810 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 72,362 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 67,414 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 63,533 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 63,510 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 56,166 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 50,962 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 43,581 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 35,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

n/s wiper split

Pass 15 Oct 2009 35,318 miles

Oil leak

n/s wiper split

Pass 20 Oct 2008 29,950 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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WU55 CGG is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WU55 CGG, 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 WU55 CGG registered?

WU55 CGG is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is WU55 CGG safe to buy?

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