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YC54 DZL

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

178,505 mi
Last recorded178,505 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 DZL
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 178,505 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 178,322 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 165,719 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 156,305 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 141,143 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 131,203 miles

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Fail 27 Aug 2013 131,203 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

chip in screen

Pass 15 Aug 2012 122,829 miles

rear brakes worn

slight play in subframe bushes

Fail 2 Aug 2012 122,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

rear brakes worn

slight play in subframe bushes

Pass 23 Aug 2011 108,215 miles

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

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

rear discs worn

Fail 22 Aug 2011 108,215 miles

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

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

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

rear discs worn

Pass 17 Aug 2010 85,083 miles

brake discs worn

Pass 1 Sep 2009 74,394 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 52,183 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 52,183 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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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YC54 DZL is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YC54 DZL, 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 YC54 DZL registered?

YC54 DZL is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 20 January 2005.

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The MOT history for YC54 DZL shows 15 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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