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YE05 WFP

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,639 mi
Last recorded86,639 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE05 WFP
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 86,639 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2016 86,639 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 79,839 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 70,626 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 63,019 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 55,749 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 49,034 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 41,321 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 41,321 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

os handbrake release spring missing

wipers split on edges

Pass 22 May 2009 333,169 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 26,221 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 10 Jun 2008 26,221 miles

Nearside Brake linkage locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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YE05 WFP is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YE05 WFP, 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.

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What year was YE05 WFP registered?

YE05 WFP is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is YE05 WFP safe to buy?

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