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AF04 EWK

2004 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

196,399 mi
Last recorded196,399 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 EWK
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 196,399 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 176,212 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 154,585 miles

rear tyres worn on outer edges 215-55-16

Fail 20 Jun 2016 154,585 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

rear tyres worn on outer edges 215-55-16

Pass 17 Jun 2015 145,046 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

auxillary drive belt worn

n/s & o/s handbrake return springs broken

Fail 17 Jun 2015 145,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

auxillary drive belt worn

n/s & o/s handbrake return springs broken

Pass 17 Mar 2014 131,328 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 119,935 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 108,957 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 100,298 miles

Both rear tyres are running slightly out of shape, creating small flat spots

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 89,200 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 89,200 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 75,148 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 75,148 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2007 47,355 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 47,355 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AF04 EWK is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF04 EWK, 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 AF04 EWK registered?

AF04 EWK is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AF04 EWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 EWK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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