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AE54 UGT

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,047 mi
Last recorded159,047 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 UGT
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 159,047 miles

Centre Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 158,120 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 140,304 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Oct 2013 140,304 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2012 110,979 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 77,469 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 57,465 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Nov 2010 57,202 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Oct 2010 56,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 42,711 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 31,153 miles

all tyres getting worn/perished

Pass 3 Oct 2007 26,474 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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AE54 UGT is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 93,098 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 AE54 UGT, 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 22 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE54 UGT registered?

AE54 UGT is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 5 October 2004.

Is AE54 UGT safe to buy?

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