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AF53 BZC

2004 Saab 9-5

Blue Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,558 mi
Last recorded134,558 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BZC
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 134,558 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 126,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 107,881 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 88,794 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

chiled seat fitted o/s/r at time of test

rear exhaust box geting very rusty

Pass 25 Mar 2011 88,794 miles

chiled seat fitted o/s/r at time of test

rear exhaust box geting very rusty

Pass 13 Mar 2010 76,620 miles

limited reserve travel on park brake lever

nearside front tyre outer side wall damaged

Pass 14 Mar 2009 62,571 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 48,148 miles

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

limited reserve travel on park brake lever

Pass 16 Mar 2007 35,470 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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AF53 BZC is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AF53 BZC, 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 AF53 BZC registered?

AF53 BZC is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 23 February 2004.

Is AF53 BZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 BZC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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