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AE54 XWZ

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

132,346 mi
Last recorded132,346 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 XWZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 132,346 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

headlamps slightly misted

Pass 16 Feb 2024 128,960 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 120,409 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 115,532 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 107,242 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 107,215 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 99,618 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 93,054 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 86,733 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 80,092 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 74,068 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 67,412 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 59,794 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 59,794 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 48,009 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 48,009 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 38,525 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 XWZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XWZ, 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 XWZ registered?

AE54 XWZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AE54 XWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 XWZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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