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YM54 WCJ

2005 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,733 mi
Last recorded91,733 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM54 WCJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2026 91,733 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 86,964 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 81,257 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 76,873 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 71,789 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 69,253 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 67,791 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 64,516 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 62,144 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 60,277 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 55,138 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 50,538 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 47,365 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 44,809 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 41,057 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 36,723 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 31,130 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 26,860 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 21,045 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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YM54 WCJ is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 YM54 WCJ, 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 YM54 WCJ registered?

YM54 WCJ is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is YM54 WCJ safe to buy?

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