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YR55 AYT

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

151,278 mi
Last recorded151,278 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 AYT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2015 151,278 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2015 151,278 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2014 125,556 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Feb 2014 125,317 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 93,608 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 93,608 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 60,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 31 Jan 2011 31,449 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 31,449 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 23,464 miles

both fron wipers split but clearing screen

slight damage front number plate

Fail 24 Nov 2009 23,464 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both fron wipers split but clearing screen

slight damage front number plate

Pass 18 Nov 2008 18,702 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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YR55 AYT is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 YR55 AYT, 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 YR55 AYT registered?

YR55 AYT is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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The MOT history for YR55 AYT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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