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A8 MLR

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

64,298 mi
Last recorded64,298 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 MLR
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 64,298 miles

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

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

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 60,316 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 56,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 56,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 51,649 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 51,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 46,744 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 42,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cut inner side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 38,286 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 38,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2019 33,491 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 33,491 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 28,331 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 21,153 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 18,371 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 17,430 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 16,358 miles

o/s rear tyre is cut on sidewall

Pass 29 Jan 2013 15,855 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 14,277 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 13,784 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 12,783 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 12,203 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 11,501 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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A8 MLR is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 A8 MLR, 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 A8 MLR registered?

A8 MLR is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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