2005 Saab 9-5 2.2L Diesel · SL05 XDZ
2005 Saab 9-5 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 16 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 105,798 miles. MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-5
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,798 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL05 XDZ Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2025
- 105,798 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (51 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL05 XDZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Saab 9-5 (SL05 XDZ) between June 2008 and December 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 19 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (51 issues), Brakes (47 issues), Tyres (14 issues), Lighting (12 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 132 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested Due to condition of front brakes (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
SL05 XDZ Mileage History
- 12/06/200824,027 mi
- 27/08/200927,908 mi+3,881 mi
- 19/08/201053,608 mi+25,700 mi
- 29/02/201240,759 mi-12,849 mi
- 06/02/201349,433 mi+8,674 mi
- 17/02/201459,360 mi+9,927 mi
- 25/02/201564,919 mi+5,559 mi
- 09/03/201669,182 mi+4,263 mi
- 09/03/201669,183 mi+1 mi
- 11/05/201774,715 mi+5,532 mi
- 03/07/201876,828 mi+2,113 mi
- 14/12/201876,834 mi+6 mi
- 05/12/201982,362 mi+5,528 mi
- 05/12/201982,366 mi+4 mi
- 04/12/202084,688 mi+2,322 mi
- 04/12/202084,689 mi+1 mi
- 23/12/202191,638 mi+6,949 mi
- 20/12/202296,858 mi+5,220 mi
- 21/12/202296,860 mi+2 mi
- 20/12/2023101,021 mi+4,161 mi
- 16/12/2024103,633 mi+2,612 mi
- 19/12/2024103,637 mi+4 mi
- 19/12/2025105,798 mi+2,161 mi
Average of roughly 4,667 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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