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A20 RWG

2005 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

122,856 mi
Last recorded122,856 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 RWG
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 122,856 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight split in boot leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush)trailing arm bush starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush ) trailing arm bush starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 116,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not blowing

Fail 17 Sep 2024 116,558 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not blowing

Pass 12 Sep 2023 110,720 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bed bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 105,795 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 101,283 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 96,529 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 92,568 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 85,622 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 85,622 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 82,058 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 76,187 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 76,187 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp cleaning device inoperative outer jet blocked to clean (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Inner Brake back plate(s) locking device insecure back plate to cable lever spring locking device not secure to refix (3.5.1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 71,071 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 66,068 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 60,062 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 53,910 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 48,130 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 40,544 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 33,174 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 33,174 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 25,178 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 25,178 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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A20 RWG is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 A20 RWG, 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 A20 RWG registered?

A20 RWG is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is A20 RWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 RWG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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