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AF54 VLZ

2004 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 2170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

162,361 mi
Last recorded162,361 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Saab 9-593,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 VLZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 162,361 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2016 162,361 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 147,309 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 124,112 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 105,724 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 89,783 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 77,172 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 76,306 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 47,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 31 Aug 2007 34,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AF54 VLZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 2,170cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF54 VLZ, 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 AF54 VLZ registered?

AF54 VLZ is a 2004 Saab 9-5, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is AF54 VLZ safe to buy?

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