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YD05 LXP

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,787 mi
Last recorded116,787 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 LXP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2014 116,787 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 110,072 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 86,925 miles

n/s number plate light not working

Pass 15 Jul 2011 57,536 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 42,904 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 35,431 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 27,631 miles

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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YD05 LXP is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YD05 LXP, 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 YD05 LXP registered?

YD05 LXP is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is YD05 LXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 LXP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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