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AK05 OXB

2005 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

183,646 mi
Last recorded183,646 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-591,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 OXB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 183,646 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases outer shell (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 176,879 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 170,604 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 170,604 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 164,860 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 153,038 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2016 153,036 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 139,320 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 126,028 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 111,185 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 96,515 miles

middle exhaust heat sheild insecure

Pass 17 Nov 2011 84,503 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 83,009 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 83,009 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 68,349 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 65,059 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 58,653 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 52,055 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 48,214 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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AK05 OXB is a 2005 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AK05 OXB, 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 AK05 OXB registered?

AK05 OXB is a 2005 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is AK05 OXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 OXB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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